About: We're ASOS. We blend our flair for fashion with our love of cutting- edge technology, but more importantly were interested in how we can bring the best out of you.
We exist to give people the confidence to be whoever they want to be, and that goes for our people too. At ASOS, you're free to be your true self without judgment, and channel your creativity into a platform used by millions.
ASOS is looking for a Sourcing Assistant to join the team in London.
The Sourcing Assistant plays a key role in supporting the Sourcing team by helping manage supplier relationships, tracking critical paths, and keeping day-to-day operations running smoothly. The successful applicant will work closely with cross-functional teams to make sure the product lands on time, to the right quality and at the right cost.
The Sourcing Assistant will work closely with internal teams, including Buying, Merchandising, Fabric Sourcing, Garment Tech and Sustainability, as well as external suppliers across key sourcing regions.
This is a great opportunity for someone looking to kickstart a career in garment sourcing within a fast-paced, dynamic fashion business.
What the Sourcing Assistant will be doing...
Supplier Management:
Support the onboarding of new suppliers and build strong, collaborative relationships across the supply base
Track and review supplier performance, capabilities and capacity to support commercial and strategic decisions
Data & Reporting:n
Maintain accurate supplier databases, trackers and scorecards
Analyse sourcing, cost and merchandising data to support trading decisions and identify opportunities
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
Work closely with Buying, Merchandising, Finance, Supply Chain and Logistics teams to deliver shared objectives
Partner with Ethical Trade and Sustainability teams to support compliance, responsible sourcing and improvement plans
Project & Administrative Support:
Support sourcing projects and global initiatives across the season
Assist with costings, sampling requests and ongoing supplier communication
Prepare clear internal updates, summaries and presentations for key stakeholders
Operational Support:
Attend supplier meetings, visits and trade shows as required
Support the execution of sourcing strategy and continuous improvement initiatives
Supporting our culture by championing Diversity, Equity & Inclusion strategies.
We believe being together in person helps us move faster, connect more deeply, and achieve more as a team. Thats why our approach to working together includes spending at least 3 days a week in the office. Its a rhythm that speeds up decision-making, helps ASOSers learn from each other more quickly, and builds the kind of culture where people can grow, create, and succeed
Who ASOS would like to meet:
Experience working in a fast-moving retail or fashion environment and enjoy working at pace
Highly organised, detail focused and confident working with data, trackers and spreadsheets
A clear, confident communicator who builds positive relationships and collaborates with ease
Comfortable working independently but love being part of a supportive, teamfirst culture
Experience supporting projects, processes or teams and know how to see things through
Genuinely curious about sourcing with an awareness of sustainability and human rights and want to be part of positive change
BeneFITS:
Employee discount (hello ASOS discount!)
Employee sample sales
25 days paid annual leave + an extra celebration day for a special moment
Private medical care scheme
Fixed Annual Payment in addition to your salary each year, it's just an extra thank you from us
Opportunity for personalised learning and in-the-moment experiences that enable you to thrive and excel in your role.
