Assistant Merchandiser @MrPorter

MR PORTER is the men’s luxury style destination. Since 2011, it has offered customers a curated assortment of fashion, fine watches, grooming and lifestyle products from the world’s most coveted designers. It delivers exceptional quality with private label, Mr P, and market-leading exclusive capsule collaborations with brand partners. MR PORTER creates unique experiences for its EIPs (Extremely Important People), with first access to products, a dedicated personal shopper and invitation-only benefits. Through content across all its platforms, it provides expert styling advice, immersive storytelling, and profiles inspiring men, places and products. Consciously Crafted, its responsible product curation, supports customers to shop with a focus on conscious consumerism. MR PORTER Health In Mind, its long-standing initiative in partnership with Movember, raises awareness of men’s mental and physical health. MR PORTER is part of LuxExperience, the leading digital, multi-brand luxury group.

MR PORTER are now seeking a talented Assistant Merchandiser to join their dynamic team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in driving the performance of one of the world’s leading online destinations for luxury menswear.

Location: Our Westfield office in Shepherd’s Bush

Reporting into: Merchandiser

Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week (4 days in office)

Besides a competitive salary, we can offer you:

• A pension that both you and the company contribute to.
• A portal with an array of discounts on things like theme park and cinema tickets.
• Our famous staff discount along with exclusive staff sales.
• Private healthcare.
• Flexible working.

Here is a breakdown of what you’ll be doing:

• Support the Merchandising team in delivering seasonal sales and profit targets in line with the business plan.
• Partner with Buying teams to build customer-focused ranges and identify opportunities to maximise sales and profitability.
• Analyse weekly performance and take action to optimise trading and drive profit growth.
• Manage sales and intake forecasts through WSSI, overseeing continuity reporting for your department.
• Work closely with the MAA team to ensure timely deliveries and maintain optimal stock levels.
• Represent the Merchandiser in trading and planning meetings when required.
• Communicate department priorities clearly and collaborate with stakeholders to ensure alignment across the wider business.
• Produce weekly reports and insightful analysis to monitor performance and help shape future trading strategies.
• Support range planning and manage seasonal markdown activity to maximise margin while remaining competitive.
• Coach and develop MAAs, providing ongoing feedback, training opportunities and performance reviews.

The type of person we are looking for:

• Relevant commercial experience gained in a fashion retail merchandising environment with an understanding of the luxury sector.
• Strong analytical skills, advanced Excel knowledge essential.
• Commercial awareness – working to develop full understanding of the nature of our business, products and competitive market in order to drive the best performance.
• The ability to build relationships with other internal and external teams and functions for personal and business development.
• A strong eye for detail, great organisational skills and works to a high level of accuracy.
• Excellent work ethic and ability to multi-task.
• Strong communication skills.

From the moment you join the LuxExperience Group we are committed to making your journey with us inspirational and evolutionary. If you are passionate, committed and thrive in a collaborative and fast-paced environment, then please apply with a CV.