Due to continued growth, a new opportunity has arisen with a leading fashion supplier to several major UK high street retailers. This role would suit someone currently working at Assistant Buyer level within a retailer, or someone already working within a supplier environment, with strong menswear experience. The successful candidate will be organised, commercially aware and confident supporting the day-to-day running of a key account.
Main responsibilities will include:
- Supporting the Account Manager with the day-to-day running of the account
- Managing and monitoring the critical path to ensure key deadlines are achieved
- Liaising with buyers on a daily basis and responding to queries and requests
- Working closely with factories in Bangladesh and Turkey to ensure product development and production remain on track
- Supporting general account operations and ensuring all actions are progressed to deadline
- Attending customer meetings alongside the Account Manager
- Following up after meetings and actioning agreed points across internal teams and suppliers
- Working closely with wider design, production and merchandising teams to support the smooth running of the account
Person specification:
- Previous menswear experience is essential, ideally gained within a retailer at Assistant Buyer level or within a fashion supplier
- Strong jersey experience would be highly relevant, with additional exposure to outerwear, knitwear or denim advantageous
- Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- Commercially aware and confident communicating with buyers, suppliers and internal teams
- Proactive, reliable and comfortable working in a fast-paced account management environment
Assistant Account Manager - Mens and Boys in London employer: TRP Recruitment
Join a dynamic and fast-paced fashion business that values creativity and innovation, making it an excellent employer for those passionate about the industry. With a supportive work culture that encourages collaboration and personal growth, employees benefit from opportunities to enhance their skills while contributing to exciting wholesale and digital marketplace initiatives. Located in a vibrant area, this role offers a unique chance to be part of a team that thrives on data-driven decision-making and a shared love for fashion.
