Buying Assistant

Are you a dedicated and energetic Buying Assistant with a structured mindset? Do you thrive in a fast-moving and creative environment? 

Then you may be just the one we are looking for to join VILAs Express team.  
 

BUILD THE BONDS THAT GROW OUR BUSINESS
You will join a dedicated, helpful and dynamic team of 5 people with an ambitious and informal work environment with room for creativity. We collaborate closely with our colleagues in sales and share a passion for our products. You will work with colleagues across the Buying department to create products and collections with a focus on our goals for quality, workmanship, trend and sustainability. You will be a part of a company with focus on growth and development in all aspects of our business. 

MAKE YOUR MARK ON TOMORROW’S FASHION
As a Buying Assistant you will get a wide network both internally and externally with our colleagues from buying, sales, design and suppliers. You will work closely with our sourcing departments and suppliers around the world and your tasks will vary a lot and will include all different aspects of the buying processes – from product development to production. Together with the rest of the Express team and relevant stakeholders you will help to ensure that we have the right qualities, prices, deliveries and that the products are according to the current trend as well as our customers’ expectations. 

More specifically your tasks will among others include:

  • Daily support to our buyers and suppliers 
  • Preparing of collections 
  • Coordinating tasks 
  • Order placement and production follow ups 
  • Developing and creating collection in close cooperation with the team 

YOUR PROFILE 
You are eager to learn, structured and with an interest in buying, relations and communication. As a person you are independent and proactive, enabling you to keep a sense of perspective in a fast and creative environment. You possess good communication and collaboration skills, which enable you to establish good relations, both internally and externally. Furthermore, you are curious and see the importance and value in the details. We are looking for someone who brings the following qualifications to the job: 

  • Education within purchase and/or relevant buying experience 
  • Structured and administrative mindset 
  • Experience in working in Excel 
  • Fluent in English. Written and spoken. 

YOUR BENEFITS
At VILA, we are ambitious together, with a winner mentality, where the sky is the limit, and everyone is eager to help each other succeed. You will join an international environment that prioritizes creating a supportive and welcoming community for everyone, and you will experience a united, fun, and vibrant atmosphere where everyone is part of our Family of Fighters. 
Flexible work hours and the opportunity to work remotely is an integral part of our culture because we value work-life balance and encourage employees to prioritize their personal lives while still maintaining a strong work ethic.

WE LOOK FORWARD TO HEARING FROM YOU
If you have any questions in relation to the position, you are welcome to contact Express Manager Line Ravn on phone +45 30 85 27 33. Otherwise, please send us your CV and application as soon as possible and no later than 27. September 2024. We review applications on an ongoing basis and reserve the right to take down the ad when we find the right candidate.

ABOUT VILA
The design philosophy of VILA is based on a feminine approach to fashion, uniting femininity and trend insights. VILA’s signature style is discovered in the mix of prints, delicate cuts and fine details. VILA was established in 1994 as part of BESTSELLER, a 100% family- owned company founded in 1975.Today, VILA is sold through 100+ chain stores all over Europe and 2000 multi-brand stores. VILA also covers vila.com and shop-in-shop. For more information, please visit www.vila.com or www.bestseller.com. 

 It all began in 1994, where VILA became part of the family-owned Danish fashion house, BESTSELLER. VILA quickly grew and found its look, feel and core: Designing accessible fashion for young women with a personal style. Located in Jutland, outside the small town Skanderborg, VILA has always stayed true to its mission of creating feminine fashion with focus on quality, design and details. At BESTSELLER, we own it. Every chance. Every challenge. Every choice. We’re the global fashion company that’s fast paced and family run. We’re the business that’s built some of the strongest brands in the industry. By empowering every individual to own their journey, we’ve found the courage to keep getting better. To act more sustainably. To foster diversity and provide equal opportunities. To compete more confidently. And to keep challenging the status quo. Time and time again. We are BESTSELLER - and together, we own it.