Assistant Merchandiser – Part Time (Permanent)
Location: Writtle, near Chelmsford – Must drive due to location
Salary: £13,000 – £18,000 per annum
Hours: 4 hours per day, 5 days a week (flexible morning schedule)office based
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Assistant Merchandiser to join a growing retail team on a permanent, part-time basis.
This role is ideal for someone with previous experience in a merchandising or buying support position, who’s looking for a flexible schedule and a supportive, close-knit team environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Support the Buyer with day-to-day operations
Prepare weekly reports and performance data
Manage delivery schedules and liaise with suppliers
Assist with planning promotions and stock forecasting
Monitor competitor activity and market trends
Set up products using internal systems (e.g. Shopify, CRM)
Carry out a range of administrative tasks to support the Buying team
Ideal Candidate:
Prior experience in merchandising or buying admin
Strong organisational and multitasking skills
Excellent attention to detail
Confident using Microsoft Office and relevant retail systems
A proactive, positive team player
Ideally located within 10–15 miles of Writtle, Essex
This is a great opportunity for someone looking to balance professional development with part-time flexibility. If you're calm under pressure, love working in a team, and have a keen eye for detail — we'd love to hear from you