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Buying Admin Assistant - London

Submitted: 25 September 2026 - 5:46am
Listing ID: 1341530

Buying Admin Assistant - London

Type of Position: Permanent Position
Company / Organisation / Artist Name: Schuh
Area of Fashion: Buying, Merchandising & Wholesale
Location: Central London, London, UK
Hours: Full Time
Experience: Entry level
Reference Number: 1363
Reporting To: Assistant Buyer
Website: http://www.schuh.co.uk/
Twitter Handle: @
Deadline: Ongoing
Ad Expires In: 1 month 1 week

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schuh has an exciting opportunity for an experienced BAA looking for their next step

This role will require the successful applicant to be based 2-3 days per week from either our London or our Bathgate office.

Key Responsibilities of the Buying Admin Assistant:

  • Update and maintain accurate manual and computerised records
  • Input orders onto the schuh system and check confirmations
  • Action any order amendments under the direction of the Buying team
  • Liaise with suppliers to help manage critical path
  • Work with the Buying team to ensure deliveries are running on time
  • Processing samples received, managing post
  • Chasing samples and maintaining the sample log
  • Preparing samples for meetings
  • Liaising with other Head Office departments when required
  • Produce, maintain and collate reporting information. Will demonstrate basic understanding of Trade and Monday reporting
  • Show understanding of competition
  • Complete store visits and comp shops where relevant
What schuh is looking for:
  • Excellent organisation skills
  • Great communication skills, including written English and spelling
  • Good numeracy skills
  • Excellent attention to detail with a high level of accuracy
  • Highly organised and have the ability to work well under pressure
  • A team player, yet have the ability to work on initiative in a fast-paced environment
  • Keyboard skills and good knowledge of Excel
  • Commercial understanding of the high street and passion for shoes
schuh Perks / Benefits:
  • Up to 40% product discount for you and your loved ones
  • Up to 29 days holiday (including bank holidays) increasing to 34 after three years’ service
  • Your birthday off to celebrate you
  • Flexible working hours / contracts to work when suits you
  • Perk platform for hundreds of discounts
  • Manage, save and access your wages as you earn them to get paid your way
  • Employee assistance programme to support your wellbeing through resources, helplines and Virtual GP services.
  • A pension scheme to help you save for the future
  • Development and progression opportunities across store and Head Office
  • Opportunity to be a part of our company Purpose Groups

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