Office Administrator / Textile Assistant

Main Duties

• Overseeing the administration of fabric collections for upcoming seasons. Responsible for keeping track of the collections for each season.
• Following up of orders placed by customers with mills for fabric hangers and sampling.
• Attending client meetings with major UK customers for administrative and creative support.
• Building client relationship and try to widen customer base both online and in person at fairs.
• Attending textile fairs and support directors in all administrative aspects related.
• Helping with fabric developments and research projects.
• Completing sourcing requests for clients.
• Supporting online media presence where required via Instagram etc
• Taking on office administration tasks as required.
• Keeping up do date with customer sourcing requests, hangers & sampling orders; ensuring consistent feedback from the client to the supplier.

Skills and Experience Required

Requirements:

• A focused individual who can respond to tasks with initiative.
• Motivated and eager to learn while not being afraid to ask questions.
• Organised with attention to detail in all aspects of work.
• Positive can-do attitude.
• Can use Microsoft and creative platforms like Canva, Photoshop etc effectively.
• A good communicator and confident with talking to new people.

Beneficial:

• An interest in fashion is beneficial as we are a textile agency for fashion and sports.
• A basic knowledge of the high street as well as luxury brands, the trends, and different types of fabric.