Assistant Buyer

Tapestry
London
Workplace: HybridFull timeFunction: Administration & Executive AssistanceSkills: ["Numeracy","Analytical skills","Financial acumen","Communication","Interpersonal skills","Problem-solving","Continuous improvement","Customer focus","Organization","Scenario planning"]

Own the strategic and operational execution of product investment for Kate Spade New York Europe across Retail, eCommerce, and Wholesale. Drive in-season sales and margin performance, support assortment and SKU investment decisions using OTB and financial reviews, and partner with eCommerce, Inventory Planning, Allocation, and Wholesale Sales to optimize consumer engagement. Use category performance analysis, customer feedback, and competitor insights to inform merchandising recommendations and scenario planning for the Buying team.

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Assistant Buyer

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Job Summary

Own the strategic and operational execution of product investment for Kate Spade New York Europe across Retail, eCommerce, and Wholesale. Drive in-season sales and margin performance, support assortment and SKU investment decisions using OTB and financial reviews, and partner with eCommerce, Inventory Planning, Allocation, and Wholesale Sales to optimize consumer engagement. Use category performance analysis, customer feedback, and competitor insights to inform merchandising recommendations and scenario planning for the Buying team.
Location: London
Workplace: Hybrid
Employment Type: Full time
Job Function: Administration & Executive Assistance
Seniority: Entry level

Key Responsibilities

  • •Own product investment execution across Ready to Wear, Jewellery, Footwear, Tech and licensee departments across Retail, eCommerce and Wholesale channels.
  • •Support store and eCommerce product investment to optimize consumer engagement and maintain consistent product messaging across channels.
  • •Partner with the eCommerce team to identify assortment opportunities and trading initiatives that support AOP/SMI delivery.
  • •Support product selection and SKU investment within the OTB to achieve financial targets and identify risks/opportunities.
  • •Analyze product performance and market insights (customer feedback, trends, competitor activity) and work with Inventory Planning and Buying Manager to recommend buy adjustments and trading activities.

Pay and Benefits

Perks:Remote WorkPaid LeaveAnnual BonusPensionHealth InsuranceDentalGym MembershipLearning Budget

Key Requirements

  • •Proven buying or planning experience within Full Price or Outlet channels.
  • •Understanding of the Wholesale buying model.
  • •Strong numeracy, analytical skills, and financial acumen to optimize business performance.
  • •Working knowledge of Cora or SAP and advanced Excel skills.
  • •Knowledge of the fashion, accessories, or luxury goods market and experience working with a global brand with exposure to European markets.
Skills:NumeracyAnalytical skillsFinancial acumenCommunicationInterpersonal skillsProblem-solvingContinuous improvementCustomer focusOrganizationScenario planning
Tech Stack:CoraSAPExcel

Eligibility

Work Authorization:Authorization required. Sponsorship not provided.

Company Brief

Tapestry
Global luxury fashion group that owns and operates brands including Coach, Kate Spade, and Stuart Weitzman. Designs, markets, and sells handbags, accessories, footwear, and apparel through retail and wholesale channels.
Industry: Luxury Goods
Company Size: Enterprise (1,001+ employees)
Revenue: USD 5M to 10M
Growth: Public Company
Valuation: Public Company (Market Cap in USD)
Funding: IPO / Publicly Listed
Headquarters: New York City, United States
Founded: 2017
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