ASSISTANT MERCHANDISER | LARGE HIGHSTREET RETAILER | HYBRID | £33,000 - £37,000 + BENEFITS
After almost 50 years of trading, this retailer is not slowing down any time soon. With almost 200 stores across the UK, franchise models, and ties to mainland Europe, they have ambition and big plans to make things happen.
BENEFITS:
1. Bonus
2. 25 days holiday + 8 days bank holiday
3. Life insurance
4. Pension
5. Enhanced Maternity & Paternity
6. Flexi Hours
7. Hybrid Working
THE ROLE:
As part of their central function, you will work alongside buyers to create well-balanced and cohesive ranges. We are looking for an experienced Assistant Merchandiser who can take ownership of key areas, ensuring the smooth running of the department.
Key responsibilities include:
1. Full WSSI ownership
2. Updating data and actualising sales
3. Running reporting ahead of range reviews and trade meetings
4. Writing concise and accurate top-line notes ahead of meetings
5. Strong presentation skills
6. Creating and managing line details and range plans
7. Monitoring and improving stock availability
8. Store grading and allocation experience is desired
9. Understanding store operations, grading, performance, and stock transfers
10. Investigating historic data to make key commercial actions in-season
11. Planning and managing depths of buy behind all lines
12. Sound understanding of peak selling windows throughout the year
13. Communicating with suppliers and warehouses
14. Managing stock coming into the business
15. Mentoring and developing junior members of the team (e.g., MAA's)
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