Buyer's Admin Assistant (BAA)

Founded in May 2015, Papier is a fast-growing, London-based start-up, which has raised ~£50 million since its launch and is changing the face of online personalisation. Papier offers a sophisticated user experience and delivers beautifully designed stationery, on-demand and all over the world.

What's the job?

We are now looking for a Buyer’s Admin Assistant (BAA) to join our Product team. You will be responsible for supporting the Buying team with general administrative tasks to ensure the smooth delivery of our collection critical paths.

This is an exciting opportunity to help contribute to the Buying function in a growing business.

What will you do?

Day-to-day, you will:

• Work closely with the Junior Buyers to manage the critical path and ensure deadlines are met for new ranges
• Responsible for order raising and confirmation with printers & suppliers. Managing & chasing orders.
• Manage sample requests & tracking for sign-offs, press and marketing requests
• Be involved in product development processes, supporting the Junior Buyers with supplier feedback and negotiations
• Support the Buying team with the accurate completion of range line sheets including product information and pricing
• Work closely with our Merchandising and Operations teams to ensure that stock is being delivered at the right time and adhering to our delivery requirements
• Support the Buying and Design teams with filing and submission of relevant artwork files
• Prepare packs for presentations & meetings
• Support with competitor shopping activity and analysis
• Get experience working for a dynamic & creative e-commerce retailer

Requirements

You will succeed in this role if you have:

• As a guide, around 1-2 years of experience in a buying role
• Experience within admin, excellent organisation skills with an eye for detail
• Outstanding communication skills
• Confident on Google Sheet and Docs / Microsoft Office
• A team player, with a can-do attitude and a willingness to get stuck into tasks
• A keen interest in stationery!

Benefits

What you'll get:

• A seat at Maison Papier, our lovely Camden office (hybrid working pattern of 3 days p/week in the office)
• 25 days annual leave per year + the ability to buy an extra 5 days
• 20 days per year to Work from Anywhere
• Private medical and rewards scheme with Vitality Health
• 50% off gym memberships with Virgin Active, Pure Gym and more
• Enrolment into the Papier Pension
• Enhanced parental leave policies
• Cycle to work loan scheme
• £40 per month cultural allowance to spend on anything inspiring!
• £75 personal stationery allowance, and £150 to spend on our Occasion stationery for a lifetime special event
• Generous staff discount
• 2 days paid per year to volunteer on a cause you care about
• Access to mental health & wellbeing resources
• Weekly team lunches & regular cultural trips
• Dog-friendly office
• Friendly and fantastic team!

At Papier, we believe that the diverse perspectives of all paper people deserve to be celebrated. A creative and curious community, we strive to be inclusive and equitable to all. We’re an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant on any grounds. From hiring processes through to day-to-day business, we aim to create an environment that is accessible and safe for everyone. We’re always working towards building a balanced and supportive workplace, with policies to ensure everyone has the opportunity to make the most of their chapter at Papier.