Buying Assistant - LutterworthAre you an experienced Buying Assistant looking for a new challenge?As the Buying Assistant you will play a critical role in supporting the team to develop, source and drive a department strategy that delivers stylish design at great value prices, meeting customer and market requirements for an Omni-Channel business.Your Role This is a brilliant opportunity for someone who is looking to progress their career in fashion buying and is passionate about delivering stylish and affordable pieces that have the power to inspire joy and an unexpected smile.The role is for older girls and sits within our kidswear mission. We are so proud of our kidswear business as No.1 volume retailer which plays a pivotal role within the George business.We want to know what you think. As the Buying Assistant you will be empowered to contribute to the research of ranges and market information, informing decision making and driving product development, whilst keeping the George customer at the heart of what we do.About You Experience within either a retail or supply base fashion buying environment and a passion for product.Experience in working with UK and overseas suppliers/ factories to develop multi category product as well as a strong critical path understanding will be keyA broad knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint and an innovative approach and desire to drive a more digital way of workingEnthralled & intrigued by our customer and an unrivalled passion for product and able to demonstrateCommercially savvy and driven by financial success. Ability to interpret data and focus on what will deliver value to the business.Agile, flexible, open to change and with a test-and-learn mindset, working at pace.Self-starter, comfortable taking accountability and creative in problem solving.Confident, inclusive and engaging in communication.If flexible working is important to you, then look no further! At George, we are proud of our culture and our commitment to flexible working. This role is based at George House, Lutterworth with the opportunity to work from home 1- 2 days per weekYou will also get an excellent benefits package including;-Discretionary company bonusCompany pension up to 7% matched10% colleague discount, free parking and many additional rewards.We want all colleagues to be able to bring their best and true selves to work, every day. Simply put, we want our colleagues to be Proud to be George and proud to be themselves.