Job Description
MR PORTER is the men’s luxury style destination. Since 2011, it has offered customers a curated assortment of fashion, fine watches, grooming and lifestyle products from the world’s most coveted designers. It delivers exceptional quality with private label, Mr P, and market-leading exclusive capsule collaborations with brand partners. MR PORTER creates unique experiences for its EIPs (Extremely Important People), with first access to products, a dedicated personal shopper and invitation-only benefits. Through content across all its platforms, it provides expert styling advice, immersive storytelling, and profiles inspiring men, places and products. Consciously Crafted, its responsible product curation, supports customers to shop with a focus on conscious consumerism. MR PORTER Health In Mind, its long-standing initiative in partnership with Movember, raises awareness of men’s mental and physical health. MR PORTER is part of LuxExperience, the leading digital, multi-brand luxury group.
MR PORTER is seeking a talented and commercially minded Assistant Buyer to join our dynamic Buying team. Some of the essentials for you to know are:
Location: Our Westfield office in Shepherd’s Bush
Department Size: 4 (Approx.)
Reporting into: Buyer
Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week (4 days in office)
Besides a competitive salary, we can offer you:
- Performance bonus schemes dependant on the type of role you are in.
- A pension that both you and the company contribute too.
- A portal with an array of discounts on things like theme park and cinema tickets.
- Our famous staff discount along with exclusive staff sales.
- Private healthcare for you.
- Flexible working.
- A chance to be part of a fun and caring team that support each other.
Here is a breakdown of what you’ll be doing:
- Prepare for buying trips and appointments – oversee vendor packs, attend ad-hoc appointments (deputising when needed), review sales history to inform decisions, and complete buy sheets post-appointment.
- Manage orders and pricing – raise and send orders via the YNAP system and oversee the RRP entry process, ensuring accuracy and deadline adherence.
- Monitor competitors and pricing alignment – conduct bricks-and-mortar and online competitive shops, review offer vs NAP, check deliveries, and ensure pricing is correct for every upload.
- Drive in-season trading – analyze weekly sales, propose repeats and swaps, present to Buyer and Merchandiser, liaise with vendors, and manage the repeat/swap process to maximize availability and speed of delivery.
- Lead weekly trade reporting – create trade sheets covering delivery highlights/lowlights, editorial and marketing features, and best and worst sellers.
- Support launches and on-site standards – work with Press, Marketing and Editorial on new and exclusive launches, provide updates and style input, and monitor product presentation, styling, pricing and duplication on site.
- Support team performance and projects – manage and coach the Buyer’s Admin Assistant (objectives, weekly catch-ups, efficiency and KPIs) and assist with ad-hoc projects for Buyers and the Buying Director.
The type of person we are looking for:
- Experience at a BAA or equivalent level gained in a fast-paced fashion retail buying or merchandising environment with strong administrative skills.
- Strong analytical and advanced MS Office skills, particularly in Excel, PowerPoint & Word.
- Commercial Awareness – understanding of our business, products and competition.
- Strong eye for detail and organisational skills and strives for a high level of accuracy.
- The ability to work with stringent deadlines.
- A great sense of humour, personal style and attitude.
From the moment you join the LuxExperience Group we are committed to making your journey with us inspirational and evolutionary. If you are passionate, committed and thrive in a collaborative and fast-paced environment, then please apply with a CV.