Assistant Merchandiser
32000 Annual
- Support the Merchandiser in planning, forecasting and trading product categories to achieve sales, profit and stock targets.
- Produce and analyse weekly trading reports, identifying risks and opportunities while making recommendations to maximise profitability.
- Monitor sales performance, stock levels and intake, reforecasting demand and optimising availability throughout the season.
- Manage purchase orders, deliveries and supplier critical paths, working closely with suppliers, logistics and internal teams to resolve supply chain issues.
- Analyse category performance, sell-through and stock data to inform range decisions, blanket orders and strategic stock planning.
- Collaborate closely with Buying and cross-functional teams on seasonal planning, budgeting and commercially balanced product ranges.
- Prepare regular trade and performance reports, support wider merchandising projects.
- 1-2 years' experience at Allocator / MAA level.
- Highly analytical with excellent numerical skills and attention to detail.
- Confident using Excel, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP and data analysis functions.
- Able to prioritise workload and thrive in a fast-paced retail environment.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- Hybrid working: 3 days in the office, 2 days from home.
- Flexible hours to suit your lifestyle.
- Company bonus scheme.
- Subsidised canteen and free on-site parking.
- A supportive environment that values your growth, wellbeing, and long-term career development.
- The chance to be part of a team that genuinely celebrates each other's wins.
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