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BUYER'S ADMIN ASSISTANT

WHO WE ARE

QUINTESSENTIALLY BRITISH; DISTINCTLY GLOBAL.

At Ted Baker, we know what it means to be a truly forward-thinking designer brand. From the iconic props in our shops, to the delightful details and thoughtful touches which set us apart from the crowd. These are the qualities we see brought to life in our People.

We look for thoughtful, motivated team members - who know that ambition and authenticity go hand in hand. Driven by their curiosity and boundless creativity, our People are subject matter experts who fortify their team and strive to achieve new levels of success for the Ted Baker label.

THE ROLE

Working as part of a strong buying team ensuring Right Product, Right Price, Right Time.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Providing support for the Buyer and the wider team.

• Responsible for sample management, keeping samples organised in a tidy fashion.

• Enriching Bulk & SMS POs with correct data and for communicating clearly with supplier what to expect and an explanation of any changes where necessary.

• Prepares for meetings, ensuring good space, correct samples are pulled and any missing samples are replaced with CADs and/or swatches where necessary.

• Responsible for master data management on PLM and AX.

• Communicates clearly with Design, Production, Merchandising and Wholesale information regarding the buys.

• Completing Attributes in Alpha with quality information ahead of deadlines.

• Responsible alongside Buyer that buys are listed correctly and any changes are clearly communicated in a timely manner.

• Be the first point of contact for the department on the relevant categories for samples, data and purchase orders.

MORE DETAIL

LIAISING WITH ON A DAILY BASIS:

Wider Buying, Production & Design teams, as well as Wholesale and Trading – for product information, advise any changes in product, delivery dates, prices, cancellations, notify of add ins. Checking costs, delivery date approvals, repeat orders, analysing best sellers, product feedback.

AX/PLM

• Working proficiently with the company systems, PLM & AX – full training given.

• Enrich and confirm PO’s.

• Add costs and selling prices in PLM

MEETINGS

• Trade – make sure product is pulled out for weekly trade meeting.

• Bestsellers– updates the product pack for the weekly best sellers presentation.

STORES

• Stores visits in line with department schedule

• Attends store visits with Buyer to give feedback including;

• maintenance of shop floor and visual merchandising

• suitability of product

• feedback on product

TOOLS OF THE TRADE

• Entry Level - knowledge and understanding of Buying as a whole needed.

• Relevant work experience in a Buying Head office environment beneficial.

• Excel/Word/Powerpoint – Proficient knowledge required.

• AX/PLM – No experience required – training as and when required

PERSONAL TRAITS

• Keen interest in fashion, with a passion for product and trends.

• Must be driven and motivated and have strong Analytical & numeracy skills.

• Have good communication skills, both written and verbal.

• Strong organisation and time management skills with the ability to plan and prioritise tasks to meet deadlines.

• Good eye for product, demonstrating excellent commercial awareness.

• High attention to detail to ensure accuracy.

• Problem solver - approaches team with solutions.

OUR VALUES…

AUTHENTIC

We have the freedom to be our ‘best self’, being true to ourselves and others

KIND

We try to do the right thing: for each other, our communities, our planet and for Ted

CURIOUS

We are hungry to explore, innovate and think differently

COURAGEOUS

We have the confidence to be brave, have fun and discover the unexpected

INCLUSIVE

We embrace and respect individuality and celebrate difference & diversity

BENEFITS

At Ted we offer a range of benefits to keep you well including our healthcare scheme, access to Aviva’s wellbeing app to track your fitness goals and assistance from the Retail Trust when you need a little help with life’s ups and downs. If you want to cycle to work, you can join our tax-free cycle scheme or if getting the train is more your thing then we’ll help with an interest free loan for an annual ticket.

We want you to share in Ted’s success so we’ll invite you to join our corporate bonus scheme and from time to time we run a share save scheme you can join. For your longer-term financial wellbeing we’ll pay into a pension scheme for you with Aviva.

And finally, we want you to enjoy wearing Ted! We have a fantastic team discount scheme offering you a 75% employee discount, a friends and family discount scheme and the opportunity to shop in our fantastic onsite sample shop.

Ted Baker is committed to equal opportunities and embraces diversity, understanding the needs and benefits of a balanced, inclusive workforce. We do not tolerate any harassment or discrimination towards any of our candidates or employees. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer.