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# Purchasing Assistant at Mulberry

- **Company:** Mulberry
- **Location:** Bridgwater, Somerset / Chilcompton, Somerset
- **Work type:** hybrid
- **Posted:** 2026-09-25
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-19
- **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/mulberry/d5bfa7fd-778c-4e5e-9d6b-6e24ca808313

## Job description

Born in 1971, the roots of Mulberry are in Somerset, England. For more than fifty years, Mulberry has been a British lifestyle brand, internationally acclaimed for quality and design capturing the Mulberry Spirit.

Sustainability has been part of the Mulberry ethos since the brand's inception, in recognition of our purpose-driven approach, in 2024 we proudly achieved B Corp Certification.

Today, we are a global brand, but our values remain the same; we are committed to improving our impact on people and the planet. To do this our people are honest, dynamic, and community spirited.

If these are values you share, we would love you to join our team.

We are looking for an organised and detail-oriented Purchasing Assistant to join our Sourcing team on a fixed-term maternity cover contract. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in purchasing, procurement, supply chain or administration who enjoys working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Supporting our UK factories, you will play a key role in ensuring raw materials and production consumables are ordered, tracked and delivered on time, helping to maintain efficient production operations. Working closely with suppliers and internal teams across Production Planning, Costing and Finance, you will help ensure accurate purchasing data, timely material availability and excellent administrative support across the Purchasing function. Duties & Responsibilities: Generating and issuing purchase orders for UK production raw materials. Expediting orders, communicating any delays to the UK production and sourcing team Ensure weekly changing dates are kept up to date on the system Ensuring all goods received are reconciled with GRNs and supporting with any invoice queries. Work closely with production planning team to manage and limit any material delays Working closely with the costing team on ensuring UK BOMs are all up to date and accurate, as well as providing support on any reporting requirements Weekly review of production consumables stock – ensuring factory forward requirements are covered in line with supplier lead time. Assisting in managing the raw material stock take twice yearly Culture: Understand and demonstrate the Mulberry employee values and behaviours: Be Bold, Be Imaginative, Be Open, Be Responsible. Support Mulberry to deliver an inclusive culture, through behaving in a way that is open-minded and respectful towards others, and understanding that your views, opinions, and experiences may not always be shared by your colleagues. Act as an ambassador for Mulberry and communicate positively about the brand. Sustainability: As a certified B Corp business, it is important to incorporate environmentally responsible practices into your work wherever possible. Support the businesses ‘Five C’s’ strategy in addressing and improving Climate, Cultivation, Craft, Culture and Circularity. Promote a greener, more sustainable future. Support to foster an environment where diversity is embraced and all individuals feel valued, respected and included. Promote equity, empathy and understanding and demonstrate this commitment within your internal and external communities. Skills & Knowledge:

## Experience in a purchasing environment

A proficient level using all Microsoft office programs, particularly Excel Excellent communication skills both verbally and in writing. Good attention to detail. Ability to work at a fast pace, prioritise work and organise themselves well in a varied role to ensure deadlines are met. What we can do for you: Competitive salary Hybrid working Generous staff discount and access to staff sales Birthday day off Pension contributions and life assurance Learning and development opportunities Two paid volunteering days per year Access to Help@Hand wellbeing support, including remote GP appointments, mental health support, physiotherapy, personal training and retail discounts

Mulberry is an equal opportunities employer and we are passionate about hiring and developing the best talent. All hiring decisions are made only on the basis of qualifications, skills or experience and as they relate to the particular role. If you need us to make any adjustments to our application or interview processes to enable you to be at your best, please email us at talent@mulberry.com.

## About Mulberry

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: A British luxury lifestyle brand, best known for its iconic leather handbags and accessories, emphasizing British craftsmanship.
- **Entity Type**: Public (Mulberry Group plc, Ticker: MUL on the London Stock Exchange AIM)
- **Headquarters**: The Rookery, Chilcompton, Somerset, England, UK
- **Founded**: 1971 in Somerset, England
- **Founders**: Roger Saul

## Core Business
- **Primary industry/industries**: Luxury Fashion, Leather Goods, Accessories
- **Target customers**: B2C, targeting luxury-conscious consumers globally; a mix of direct-to-consumer via their own channels and wholesale partnerships.
- **Mission or purpose statement**: To be a global luxury lifestyle brand, driven by creativity, craftsmanship, and community, with a long-term strategy for sustainable growth. Their "Made to Last" manifesto and B Corp certification underscore a commitment to a regenerative and circular business model.

## Products & Services
- **Leather Handbags & Accessories**: The core commercial focus, including iconic ranges (e.g., Bayswater, Alexa) and new bestsellers. These are the brand's most recognized products, with a strong emphasis on British manufacturing.
- **Lifestyle Range**: A complementary collection including soft accessories, footwear, luggage, ready-to-wear, jewellery, and eyewear.
- **Men's Collection**: A dedicated range of leather goods, accessories, and apparel for men.
- **Aftercare & Repair Service**: A lifetime service for their products, reinforcing their "Made to Last" ethos and commitment to sustainability.
- **Digital Experience**: A comprehensive omni-channel offer including mulberry.com, which ships to 190+ countries and operates in 9 currencies and 5 languages.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly available direct from search results; as a publicly-traded company on AIM, this fluctuates daily.
- **Key Metric**: As of 2026, the company is focused on revenue growth as its key performance indicator. Approximately 90% of sales come from direct-to-customer channels (Retail, Franchise, and Digital).
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Major shareholders include Challice Limited (56.4%) and Frasers Group (37%). Key digital partners in high-potential markets include JD.com, Tmall, and Vip.com in China.
- **Growth Signals**:
    - **B Corp Recertification (2026)**: One of the first UK businesses to recertify under B Lab UK's new, more rigorous standards, signaling a strong commitment to ethical and sustainable practices.
    - **Global Expansion**: Operates over 120 owned and partner stores across 25 countries, with strategic focus on high-potential Asian markets (China, Hong Kong, Japan, Korea).
    - **Digital Leadership**: Digital sales account for approximately 20% of total brand sales through consistent platform investment.
    - **Manufacturing Capacity**: Continues to invest in its two Somerset factories, which manufacture approximately 50% of its bags, providing a unique agile supply chain.

## Competitive Advantages
- **"Made in England" Heritage & Manufacturing**: A significant moat. Being the largest manufacturer of luxury leather goods in the UK, with dedicated factories and an apprenticeship program fostering craftsmanship, provides authenticity and a unique value proposition that competitors find hard to replicate.
- **Strong Brand Identity**: A playful, uniquely British blend of creativity and culture, embodied by iconic product lines and a strong heritage spanning over 50 years.
- **Direct-to-Customer Model**: With ~90% of sales coming from its own channels, Mulberry has strong control over brand experience, customer data, and margins.
- **Commitment to Sustainability**: The B Corp certification and "Made to Last" manifesto provide a compelling narrative for environmentally-conscious consumers, differentiating it from many luxury players.

## Strategic Focus
- **Customer-Led Innovation**: Focusing on product innovation and superior customer experience, particularly in leather accessories.
- **International Growth**: Penetrating high-potential markets in Asia through joint ventures and strategic digital partnerships.
- **Omnichannel Excellence**: Deepening the integration of digital sales, physical retail, and concessions to provide a seamless customer experience.
- **Continuing the "Made in England" Strategy**: Further investment in its Somerset factories to leverage the speed and agility of UK manufacturing.
- **Strengthening the Lifestyle Range**: Developing complementary categories like shoes, ready-to-wear, and jewellery to expand the brand's lifestyle appeal.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture & Values**: The company emphasizes a community feel rooted in its family business origins. Employee values are "Be Open, Be Bold, Be Imaginative, Be Responsible."
- **Sustainability Leadership**: Working for a company that is a certified B Corp and is actively working towards regenerative and circular practices is a significant draw for mission-driven talent.
- **Craftsmanship & Heritage**: Unique opportunities to work in a business with deep roots in British manufacturing. The award-winning apprenticeship program in Leather Goods Manufacturing offers a rare path into skilled craft roles.
- **Work Policy**: Roles are primarily on-site, particularly in factories (Somerset) and the design studio (London). Some office-based roles in London offer a hybrid working pattern.
- **Global Opportunities**: With offices in London, New York, Paris, Hong Kong, Tokyo, Seoul, and stores in over 25 countries, there are potential opportunities for international career development.
- **Learning & Development**: A strong tradition of internal progression, especially from the apprenticeship program into roles across product development, planning, and market support.

## Sources
1. [Mulberry Careers Page](https://www.mulberry.com/gb/information/mulberry-careers)
2. [Mulberry Careers (Lever)](https://jobs.lever.co/mulberry)
3. [Mulberry Company Profile](https://www.mulberry.com/gb/company-profile)
4. [Mulberry Responsibility - People](https://www.mulberry.com/us/responsibility/people)
5. [Mulberry LinkedIn Page](https://www.linkedin.com/company/mulberryengland)

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