Location: Leicester, Leicestershire, United Kingdom
Salary: £23,000 – £27,000
Working Pattern: 5 days in office, with flexible core hours between 8 AM and 6 PM
Contract: 6 months fixed-term
Certificate of Sponsorship: Available
About Next: A Leading Retailer in Fashion and Lifestyle
Next is the UK’s largest fashion and lifestyle retailer, as well as Europe’s leading online clothing retailer. With over 500 stores across the UK, covering 8.3 million square feet of retail space, Next employs approximately 45,000 people. Each year, the company serves over 8 million customers online, offering 280 million products, and delivering quality and value to shoppers in 72 countries. Trusted by customers, Next continues to innovate and lead in the retail space.
Role Overview: Product Administrator
We are looking for an enthusiastic Product Administrator to join our dynamic team in Leicester. This is a crucial role within the Menswear team, where you’ll coordinate and manage the day-to-day logistics of our product shoots. The role is fast-paced, involving multiple tasks that ensure seamless operations and maintain the high standards of Next’s product presentations.
As a Product Administrator, you’ll be responsible for overseeing the pagination process for clothing and non-clothing items, managing samples for photoshoots, and maintaining clear communication with the wider product team. You will also be a key player in ensuring the efficiency and timeliness of all processes involved in product shoots.
Key Responsibilities
In this role, you will have the opportunity to contribute to a variety of important tasks within the fashion industry. Your responsibilities will include:
1. Product Pagination
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Coordinate pagination for both clothing and non-clothing categories, ensuring products are correctly categorized and prepared for photoshoots.
2. Shoot Coordination
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Manage the logistical flow of all shoot samples, from sorting and dispatching to the studio or back to the team.
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Oversee the scheduling of multiple shoots per week, typically 2-3, ensuring everything is in place for each session.
3. Sample Management
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Proactively manage the chasing of samples required for styling days, photoshoots, and repro checks.
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Ensure all samples are tracked and delivered on time to meet deadlines.
4. Communication & Collaboration
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Develop and maintain strong communication with the wider team, including Buyers, Trainees, and Assistant Buyers.
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Build positive relationships with all product teams to ensure a smooth workflow and timely execution of all tasks.
5. Repro Checks
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Handle repro checks to ensure that all necessary product details and information are accurate and ready for presentation.
Ideal Candidate Profile
We are looking for an individual who has a passion for fashion and an eye for detail. The ideal candidate should be highly organised, efficient, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. This role requires someone who can take initiative and manage tasks independently, while still being part of a team that drives success.
Skills and Qualifications:
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Strong interest in the fashion industry and knowledge of trends.
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Organised with an ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure.
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Capable of working independently and as part of a collaborative team.
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Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
While prior experience in a similar role is beneficial, we are willing to provide on-the-job training to the right candidate.
Why Join Our Team?
At Next, we foster a collaborative and supportive work environment where everyone is encouraged to contribute to the team’s success. If you’re looking for a career in the fashion industry that offers growth and opportunities, Next’s Menswear team provides the perfect environment to thrive.
Our team is energetic, passionate, and driven, making it an exciting place to work for anyone with a flair for fashion and administration. By joining us, you will not only be part of a global brand but will have the chance to work alongside some of the best professionals in the retail industry.
Employee Benefits
Next offers a competitive benefits package, including:
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22 days holiday (with the option to buy more)
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Contributions to a pension scheme
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Life assurance coverage
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Sharesave scheme, allowing you to invest in Next and share in the company’s success
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25% staff discount on most Next products
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National and local discounts on various goods and services
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Access to a digital GP healthcare service
Sponsorship and Support
We understand that some candidates may require a Certificate of Sponsorship to work in the UK. If you are eligible for sponsorship, we are happy to support your application. Please refer to the Home Office requirements for further details: UK Skilled Worker Visa.
We also pride ourselves on being an inclusive employer and are happy to provide workplace adjustments for those with disabilities or long-term conditions. If you need support with your application, please reach out to us via email at headoffice_careers@next.co.uk or call 0116 284 2486 and leave a voicemail.
How to Apply
We encourage early applications, as recruitment for this role begins as soon as it is posted. If we fill the position before the advertised closing date, this advert may be closed earlier. To apply, click the Apply Here link and submit your application today.