Buying Assistant Apprentice

  • Company: BUY IT DIRECT LTD
  • Location: Huddersfield,, HD2 1UA.
  • Type: Apprenticeship
  • Salary: £18,000.00 per year
  • Sector: Sales, marketing and procurement
  • Ref: NAS-2000038054
  • Application Deadline Date: 20/07/2026
  • Start Date: 17/08/2026
  • Positions Available: 1
  • Working Week: TBC at the interview stage.

Brief Description

What We’re Looking For • Passion for fashion, interiors, retail, or trends • Creative mindset with good attention to detail • Eager to learn and develop new skills • Good communication and teamwork • Basic Microsoft Office skills (or willingness to learn) • No buying experience needed, just enthusiasm, curiosity, and a positive attitude.

Training to be Provided

The apprentice will have full on-the-job training as well as 20% off-the- job training from the employer.

Future Prospects

The apprentice can progress on to a L6 once they have completed their apprenticeship.

Vacancy Detail

Duties include;



  • Supporting Buyers with day-to-day admin tasks

  • Updating product and supplier information accurately

  • Managing spreadsheets, reports, and product data

  • Communicating with suppliers through Teams and email

  • Helping track product launches and delivery timelines

  • Assisting with sales reports and data analysis

  • Working with different teams, including Marketing and Merchandising

  • Researching trends and competitor products

  • Creating simple mood boards and product inspiration ideas

  • Helping keep product information organised and up to date

Other Information

What We’re Looking For:



  • Passion for fashion, interiors, retail, or trends 

  • Creative mindset with good attention to detail

  • Eager to learn and develop new skills

  • Good communication and teamwork

  • Basic Microsoft Office skills (or willingness to learn)

  • No buying experience needed, just enthusiasm, curiosity, and a positive attitude


Why Join Us?



  • Learn while you earn

  • Gain real commercial and data skills

  • Work with experienced buyers

  • Career progression opportunities

  • Friendly and fast-paced team environment

  • If you’re ready to kickstart your career in buying and eCommerce, we’d love to hear from you.

Ready to start your adventure?