Buying Admin Assistant

About the role

The Buying Admin Assistant supports the Junior Buyer and Product Developer in delivering bespoke products for Soho Home. Working within the Buying & Product Development department, you will help keep projects on schedule and ensure all administrative processes run smoothly.

Key responsibilities

• Provide administrative support across the buying and product development lifecycle.
• Maintain critical‑path calendars, seasonal development trackers and internal product data.
• Prepare trade documentation, competitive analysis reports and meeting materials.
• Coordinate prototype and finalisation meetings, including showroom set‑up and sample logistics.
• Manage sample requests, shipments, labeling and SKU creation, liaising with suppliers.
• Update product specification sheets on internal platforms and support customer service queries.
• Facilitate sample hand‑over to the Creative team for photography.

Required profile

• Excellent written and verbal communication with strong interpersonal skills.
• Collaborative, creative problem‑solver who can challenge and improve processes.
• Highly organised with meticulous attention to detail.
• Results‑oriented, able to manage time effectively and stay calm under pressure.
• Adaptable to a fast‑changing environment and evolving market demands.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive compensation package with global benefits and perks.
• Opportunity to work within a dynamic, expanding retail brand.