At a Glance
- Tasks: Support merchandising teams with reports, analysis, and supplier communication.
- Company: Exciting brand with a vibrant culture and experienced managers.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, benefits, and endless growth opportunities.
- Other info: Join during key trading periods for hands-on experience.
- Why this job: Kickstart your merchandising career in a dynamic and supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Strong interest in sports/lifestyle, advanced Excel skills, and a proactive attitude.
The predicted salary is between 25650 - 31350 £ per year.
This is a brilliant role and brand to join when looking to kickstart your merchandising career. As the Merchandising Assistant, you will learn the basics of how to support your wider team with trade notes, PO's, critical path management, and many other tasks. The opportunity to grow individually and professionally is endless. With a brilliant culture and some amazing, established managers with broad retail backgrounds to learn from, you'll be in a great place to develop.
As the Merchandising Assistant you will:
- Support your merchandising & buying teams by preparing Monday trade reports and other key analysis.
- Run and own reporting as required by your Merchandiser.
- Act as a point of contact with suppliers to ensure smooth order delivery.
- Assist with range builds, best/worst analysis, and range reviews.
- Support the buying team with critical path management to keep stock on schedule.
- Carry out competitive shops with the buying team and maintain department pricing files.
- Review sizing curves and contribute suggestions for new orders or repeats.
- Raise and manage purchase orders, ensuring details are accurate at all times.
- Liaise with suppliers, warehouses, and internal teams to track the status of booked lines.
- Ensure all product is live online as soon as stock arrives, resolving any discrepancies.
- Monitor competitor activity and pricing regularly to support trading decisions.
- Play an active role during key trading periods such as Black Friday and Christmas promotions.
You will be:
- Confident, approachable, and proactive with a can-do attitude.
- Highly numerate and Excel competent.
- Collaborative, adaptable, and a strong communicator.
- Organised, detail-oriented, and accountable.
- A natural problem solver who thrives in a fast-paced environment.
Must-have skills & experience:
- Strong interest in the sports, lifestyle, or performance market.
- Advanced Excel skills.
- Previous Allocator/MAA experience preferred but not essential.
- Degree or relevant qualification in Buying/Merchandising/Business (desirable, not essential).
Admin and Brand Assistant employer: Zachary Daniels
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