Assortment Planning Assistant Contract: Permanent Location: Flexible hybrid working style with three days in the London office We have an exciting opportunity for a new Assortment Planning Assistant to join the Assortment Planning Team. You will support the daily operational functions ensuring the execution of overall Assortment Planning and business priorities. You will also learn to develop key cross functional relationships with both internal and external partners in the head office in both the UK and in Copenhagen. About Pandora The largest jewellery company in the world, we give a voice to millions of people’s loves every day. With almost 7,000 locations around the world and a thriving online presence, we sell three pieces of our handcrafted jewellery every second. Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. We set ambitious goals to make a positive impact, from sourcing materials to marketing We are proud to announce that we were recently recognised in the Sunday Times ‘Best Places to Work 2023’ as one of only 11 employers in the ‘very large’ category. Our people Our global team of over 33,000 passionate individuals helped Pandora achieve record earnings in 2023, driven by a new long-term growth strategy. This rapid progress has fostered an ambitious and empowering culture. As we grow, we continue to invest in our talent. We're seeking people who share our values and can help us realise our ambitions. What to expect from the role Provide administrative support to the Assortment Planning team covering all product issues/queries. Ownership of managing the Product & Pricing files ensuring all data is maintained Assist with Monday Trade meeting preparation preparing product analysis. Sample management, ensuring the catalogue is maintained. Liaising with creative department to pull samples and advise suggestions for press. Presentations and picture packs; preparing these for monthly assortment reviews, quarterly hindsight, pre season planning and monthly store communication. In addition, maintaining on-going assortment sheets for the Assortment Planner. Carrying out comparative shopping trips to develop and maintain knowledge of the current market place. Channel specific product analysis with a focus on E-commerce, highlighting specific trends, opportunities and risks to drive performance. Sizing curve analysis and recommendations Store Visits -O&O visit follow up/actions to ensure best practice Merchandising standards in these stores. Support Assortment Planning and Merchandise Planning functions at times of peak activity, seasonal launches and promotional periods, Additional ad-hoc tasks. What we are looking for A passion and enthusiasm for the Pandora brand and what we represent Excellent communicator and team player Strong fashion/jewellery retail background A love for fashion/ jewellery and be interested in the market at large Fluent use of Microsoft Office – in particular Outlook, Excel and Power Point Strong commercial awareness Flexible and open to change as we grow the business Ability to multitask in our fast-paced Merchandising office A keen eye for detail and accuracy What can we offer you? Our commitment to unforgettable career progression is just the beginning. We offer a rewards package that's truly exceptional, including: Competitive salary with regular reviews Generous bonus scheme Private healthcare Lunch on us with JustEat when you're in the office Early finish Fridays —start your weekends at 3 PM Hybrid working: Three office days between Monday and Thursday with two WFH days. 55% employee discount and annual allowance 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) Holiday buy/sell options Birthday off to celebrate your special day Pandora Perks : Access exclusive discounts on retail brands, cinema tickets, holidays, gym memberships, and more via Reward Gateway Wellness Hub : Videos and resources to support a healthy lifestyle Employee Assistance Programme : Confidential, free counselling available 24/7, year-round Recognition programme : Celebrate and share achievements across the company Celebrations : We love a good party, especially at Christmas, when you'll receive an extra special gift Join us and experience the perks of being part of Pandora If you are looking for a new challenge, come and craft the incredible with us Please understand that due to the large number of applications, we regret that only online applications can be considered. 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