Assistant Merchandiser

Join to apply for the Assistant Merchandiser role at Orlebar Brown. Orlebar Brown (Chanel group) launched in March 2007 as a more tailored approach to men’s beach and swim shorts. Based on the traditional pattern of a tailored pair of trousers for men, and with their distinctive side fasteners, they are not just a swim short; they are the original and best shorts you can swim in. Today, our collections are built into broader lifestyles imagined around Beach, Resort, Coast and Sport. We have multiple product releases, including capsules, new categories and services, over the calendar year to maintain excitement and interest for our customers. Since 2007, we have built the brand to achieve our stated purpose which is - to encourage, excite and inspire everyone to ‘Holiday Better’. This is our purpose and why we get out of bed every morning. The brand has rapidly gained global recognition and is sold through online, more than 30 O.B. stores, and the best retailers and hoteliers in the world. Our customer is truly international, so whether they are in St Barth’s for Christmas with family, Miami for a wild Spring break, a conference in Dubai with a few days off, tacking a boat off the coast of St Tropez, volunteering to replant mangrove plantations in Puerto Rico, walking along a cliff top in Cornwall, or diving off one into a beautiful blue ocean then O.B. should be there to help you do it better. Our business is built on relationships with those customers, and we strive to maintain our relationship with them, wherever they might be, and provide world class service, when and where they want. It is also built on finding new customers to the brand by welcoming them to join the ever-growing O.B. community.

THE POSITION

We are looking for an Assistant Merchandiser to support our European, Australian and digital marketplace expansion. As a key member of the Merchandising team, you will be the first point of contact for the website and stores teams across the world. You will be responsible for the smooth flow of goods to stores and maintaining optimum stock levels to deliver sales and profitability. With key responsibilities in product setup and stock processes, this is a real opportunity to drive positive change and make this role your own.

KEY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Stock Management and Allocation: Set up and maintain products and pricing on in house systems (Netsuite, Joor). Store replenishment and stock profile management. Management of stock in transit and open orders. Work on the consolidation of stock between business channels, depending on business needs. Product and process set up for Marketplace channels. Support the line manager in building an effective team environment. Continual contact with stores (the main point of contact in Head Office) and warehouse teams. Work with team members on trade actions. Assist in growing Affiliate and Key Partner accounts through key trade actions and support.
• Reporting: Produce daily, weekly, and ad hoc sales report, and make recommendations on your findings. Prepare and distribute reporting packs for management. Analysis on store category performance and proposals for changes to stock levels/ranges. Seasonal analysis to support buying decisions.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

• Highly analytical individual.
• Someone who is organised with a real understanding of the importance of the accuracy of information.
• An understanding of the merchandising principles – key drivers and performance indicators.
• A true understanding of Excel and mathematics.
• Self-starter who is motivated with a disciplined approach to problem solving.
• Knowledge of the fashion industry.
• Experience of allocations and stock management.
• Advanced Excel skills and numerical ability.
• Highly organised with the ability to multitask and prioritise.
• Experience of working to critical deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Previous retail experience is an advantage.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Being part of a diverse working environment of people who we learn from every day.
• The chance to train and develop your skills in a fast-working environment.
• Competitive benefits package – Physical wellbeing: Private medical insurance covering pre-existing medical conditions and the ability to add family members, an online GP app with 24/7 appointments, available within 24 hours, and cycle scheme participation for tax-exempt bike and/or accessories purchase.
• Financial wellbeing: Pension, and retail discounts across multiple retailers including supermarkets, gyms, days out and 100’s more.
• Lifestyle: Orlebar Brown and CHANEL product discounts and employee-only sales.
• Employee Recognition: Service award incentives, 1 week office closure in August to practice what we preach (paid leave and separate from 25 days annual leave plus UK public holidays).

It’s never just a job at Orlebar Brown. It’s a way of life. We live and breathe our brand values – Tailored, Vibrant and Brave. Our team define who we are and how we get the job done. At Orlebar Brown, we are focused on creating an inclusive culture that nurtures personal growth, contributing to collective progress. We believe the uniqueness of each individual increases the diversity, complementarity and effectiveness of our teams. We strongly encourage your application, as we value the perspective, experience and potential you could bring to Orlebar Brown.