About the job
Kurt Geiger | About Us
At Kurt Geiger, we pride ourselves on being a vibrant and inclusive footwear and accessories brand, driven by kindness and creativity. Our mission is to empower every individual within our team to embrace their authenticity, reflecting the unique character of London. For over fifty years, our talented designers have crafted original and distinctive products from our London headquarters, inspired by the city’s dynamic energy, diversity, and artistic spirit. The rainbow symbolizes our commitment to positivity, community, and the myriad of ways we express our personal styles.
We Are One: United in Love | Diversity | Change | Equality | Kindness | Freedom | Unity Against Racism
Key Responsibilities
- Assist the Buyer in shaping seasonal product ranges and decision-making processes.
- Collaborate with the Buyer and Merchandise Team to prepare for seasonal reviews and strategic planning.
- Support the Buyer in crafting collections that resonate with customer preferences, market trends, and current styles.
- Maintain high standards of product quality control through meticulous sample and fit checks.
- Stay informed about market trends, competitor strategies, and emerging fashion movements.
- Research and propose innovative product opportunities to enhance brand strength and drive sales performance.
- Manage correspondence with suppliers regarding sample requests and order details.
- Assist in negotiations with suppliers to secure optimal pricing and margins.
- Handle in-season actions related to product repeats, cancellations, and order rescheduling.
- Oversee the development process to ensure adherence to schedules and deadlines.
- Communicate product-related updates to Wholesale, Press & Marketing, and Visual Merchandising teams.
- Supervise the Buying Admin Assistant.
Qualifications
- Proven experience as an Assistant Buyer.
- A genuine passion for fashion and a keen eye for upcoming trends.
- Personable, confident, and self-driven.
- Experience managing an Admin Assistant.
- Exceptional attention to detail coupled with a proactive approach and strong initiative.
- Commercially minded with a sharp focus on detail.
- Able to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
Benefits
- Competitive salary package.
- Pension plan and life assurance benefits.
- Generous employee discounts.
- Gym membership discounts.
- Summer working hours with early finishes on Fridays.
- Half-day, pay-day Fridays once a month.

