We're ASOS, the online retailer for fashion lovers all around the world.
We exist to give our customers the confidence to be whoever they want to be, and that goes for our people too. At ASOS, you're free to be your true self without judgement, and channel your creativity into a platform used by millions.
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Job DescriptionThe Sourcing Assistant plays a key role in supporting the Sourcing team, helping to manage supplier relationships, track critical paths and keep day‑to‑day operations running smoothly. You’ll work closely with cross‑functional teams to make sure product lands on time, to the right quality and at the right cost. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to kick‑start a career in garment sourcing within a fast‑paced, dynamic fashion business.
You will work closely with internal teams including Buying, Merchandising, Fabric Sourcing, Garment Tech and Sustainability, as well as external suppliers across key sourcing regions.
What you'll be doing...
Supplier Management
- Support the onboarding of new suppliers and build strong, collaborative relationships across the supply base
- Track and review supplier performance, capabilities and capacity to support commercial and strategic decisions
Data & Reporting
- Maintain accurate supplier databases, trackers and scorecards
- Analyse sourcing, cost and merchandising data to support trading decisions and identify opportunities
Cross‑Functional Collaboration
- Work closely with Buying, Merchandising, Finance, Supply Chain and Logistics teams to deliver shared objectives
- Partner with Ethical Trade and Sustainability teams to support compliance, responsible sourcing and improvement plans
Project & Administrative Support
- Support sourcing projects and global initiatives across the season
- Assist with costings, sampling requests and ongoing supplier communication
- Prepare clear internal updates, summaries and presentations for key stakeholders
Operational Support
- Attend supplier meetings, visits and trade shows as required
- Support the execution of sourcing strategy and continuous improvement initiatives
- Supporting our culture by championing Diversity, Equity & Inclusion strategies.
We believe being together in person helps us move faster, connect more deeply, and achieve more as a team. That’s why our approach to working together includes spending at least 3 days a week in the office. It’s a rhythm that speeds up decision-making, helps ASOSers learn from each other more quickly, and builds the kind of culture where people can grow, create, and succeed.
QualificationsWho we'd like to meet...
- You’ve got experience working in a fast moving retail or fashion environment and enjoy working at pace
- You’re highly organised, detail focused and confident working with data, trackers and spreadsheets
- You’re a clear, confident communicator who builds positive relationships and collaborates with ease
- You’re comfortable working independently but love being part of a supportive, team‑first culture
- You’ve supported projects, processes or teams and know how to see things through
- You’re genuinely curious about sourcing with an awareness of sustainability and human rights and want to be part of positive change
BeneFITS’
- Employee discount (hello ASOS discount!)
- Employee sample sales
- 25 days paid annual leave + an extra celebration day for a special moment
- Private medical care scheme
- Fixed Annual Payment in addition to your salary each year, it's just an extra thank you from us
- Opportunity for personalised learning and in-the-moment experiences that enable you to thrive and excel in your role.
Skills Required
- Experience working in a fast-moving retail or fashion environment
- Highly organised and detail focused
- Confident working with data, trackers and spreadsheets
- Clear, confident communicator who builds positive relationships
- Comfortable working independently and as part of a team
- Experience supporting projects, processes or teams and seeing tasks through
- Genuine curiosity about sourcing with awareness of sustainability and human rights
ASOS Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about ASOS and has not been reviewed or approved by ASOS.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Feedback suggests perks like a sizable, shareable product discount, access to sample sales, free gym access, and on-site amenities are valued. Such lifestyle-oriented benefits are frequently highlighted as standout aspects of the package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Feedback suggests employees benefit from substantial annual leave with bank holidays and an extra celebratory or birthday day off, with summer early finishes referenced in some contexts. This breadth of time-off options supports work-life balance.
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Healthcare Strength — Feedback suggests access to a private medical care scheme is a core part of the package. This contributes to a perception of strong healthcare support.
ASOS Insights
What We Do
We exist to give people the confidence to be whoever they want to be, and that goes for our people too. At ASOS, you’re free to be your true self without judgment, and channel your creativity into a platform used by millions. Whatever your role, asos will encourage you to be you, fulfilling your creative potential with our global reach. Push boundaries, and challenge expectations. We’re determined to succeed, so we’ll trust you to deliver. Help drive our journey to becoming the global fashion destination for 20-somethings At ASOS our 3,000+ employees are immersed in the creative worlds and have a truly entrepreneurial attitude. Our ASOSers are authentic, brave, creative and disciplined to the core and find ways to blend our passion for fashion with cutting edge technology. Sound up your street? Join us.
