Assistant Merchandiser – 12-month Contract, Yorkshire
Position: Assistant Merchandiser – 12-month Contract
Location: Yorkshire
Salary: up to £29,000
Job Reference No: M002
Recruiting Consultant: Ellie
Overview
Our client is a highly successful, global retailer looking for an Assistant Merchandiser to join their fashion team for 12 months, with the prospect of this becoming permanent.
Responsibilities
1. Range planning
2. Review in season trading – daily/weekly/monthly
3. Taking historical sales data and forecasting future trends
4. Reviewing product performance on a weekly basis and making suggestions for re-buying, price adjustments, and quantities
5. Use sales reports to assess targets and raise issues with the Merchandiser
6. Constantly reviewing product performance
7. Working closely with the Buying Teams and providing updates to Logistics and Distribution
8. Manage delivery and shipment deadlines and provide updates on any issues/delays, rectifying where possible
9. Excellent knowledge of the whole department to cover the Merchandiser in their absence
Skills and Experience
1. Competent using Microsoft Excel, including VLOOKUPS
2. Excellent communication skills
3. Confident working on your own initiative, but also asking questions when necessary, especially as you will sometimes be working from home
4. Excellent analytical and PC skills
Additional Information
1. Hybrid working – 2/3 days a week in the office
2. Great staff benefits
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