Buying Assistant Apprentice
BUY It Direct Ltd, Fartown, Kirklees
Buying Assistant Apprentice
£18,000 a year
BUY It Direct Ltd, Fartown, Kirklees
- Full time
- Permanent
- Apprenticeship programme
Posted 3 weeks ago, 25 Aug | Get your application in now before you miss out!
Closing date: 30-09-2026 (In 14 days)
Job ref: None
Location ref: Fartown, Kirklees
Full Job Description
Introduction
What We’re Looking For • Passion for fashion, interiors, retail, or trends • Creative mindset with good attention to detail • Eager to learn and develop new skills • Good communication and teamwork • Basic Microsoft Office skills (or willingness to learn)
About the Employer
Here at Buy it Direct we don’t follow the normal ways of working. We think unconventionally. We are looking for ingenuity, tenacity and people who want to get stuck into the real work from day one.What You'll Do
Duties include;
- Supporting Buyers with day-to-day admin tasks
- Updating product and supplier information accurately
- Managing spreadsheets, reports, and product data
- Communicating with suppliers through Teams and email
- Helping track product launches and delivery timelines
- Assisting with sales reports and data analysis
- Working with different teams, including Marketing and Merchandising
- Researching trends and competitor products
- Creating simple mood boards and product inspiration ideas
- Helping keep product information organised and up to date
Training Outcome
The apprentice can progress on to a L6 once they have completed their apprenticeship.
Skills Required
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Presentation skills
Qualifications
- Essential - GCSE - Maths - 4
- Essential - GCSE - English - 4
Course Information
Course: Buying and merchandising assistant (level 4)
Level: 4
Route: Sales, marketing and procurement
Apprenticeship Level: Higher
Working Arrangements
Working Week: TBC at the interview stage.
Expected Duration: 1 Year 6 Months
Training Provider: SCL EDUCATION & TRAINING LIMITED