Assistant Buyer - Apparel (Fixed Term Contract) at The Walt Disney Company

London, England, United Kingdom

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Retail, Apparel, EntertainmentIndustries

Requirements

Experience in a similar buying role within a retail or omni-channel environment
Previous experience as a Buyer’s Assistant
Degree-level education in a related field or equivalent work experience
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
Excellent communication skills across all levels
Financial aptitude and ability to manage multiple deadlines
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and merchandise systems
Cultural awareness and understanding of global markets
Flexibility for travel may be required
Occasional flexible hours to meet business needs

Responsibilities

Support the Buyer in managing product development timelines and approvals
Conduct quarterly trend and competitive analysis to inform product recommendations
Prepare and maintain photobooks and product briefs for merchandising and creative teams
Monitor product quality reports and coordinate action plans with Product Integrity
Communicate range plans and updates to internal teams and partners
Provide presentation decks, business recaps, and hindsight reports for key meetings
Track purchase orders and escalate shipment issues as needed
Ensure accuracy of range plan assortments and maintain data integrity

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

retail buyingpurchase orderstrend analysiscompetitive analysisproduct developmentrange planningphotobooksproduct briefspresentation decksdata integrity

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the work arrangement for this role?

The role is based in Hammersmith, London, with 4 days in-office and Friday remote.

What benefits are offered for this position?

Benefits include 25 days annual leave, private medical insurance & dental care, free park entry for family and friends, Disney discounts on products and ticketing, Disney+ subscription, excellent parental leave, and Employee Resource Groups.

What experience and skills are required for this Assistant Buyer role?

Required experience includes a similar buying role in retail or omni-channel environment and as a Buyer’s Assistant, degree-level education or equivalent, strong organisational skills, attention to detail, excellent communication, financial aptitude, proficiency in Microsoft Office and merchandise systems, and cultural awareness.

What is the employment type and duration for this position?

This is a full-time Fixed Term Contract running until the end of September 2026.

What makes a strong candidate for this Assistant Buyer position?

A strong candidate has experience in retail buying, thrives in a fast-paced collaborative environment, and brings proactive, detail-oriented skills with market insight.