Assistant Merchandiser

Job Description

Hybrid Working- Mix of Home / OfficeProgression OpportunitiesDiscount on ProductClient DetailsThis is a fantastic opportunity to join one of the UKs fastest growing e-commerce fashion brands as an Assistant Merchandiser. The company is expanding as a result of its success to date and if you would like the opportunity to bring yourcommercially and eye for numbers to a place where you can make your mark and develop your career then this could be the right opportunity for you. The role will be based at the companys Head Office in Cheshire and hybrid working is in place.Updating Monday Trading reports and distributing to wider Buying and Merchandising teamAble to identify highlights/lowlights from the previous week and suggest key actions for the MerchandiserDescription* Updating Monday Trading reports and distributing to wider Buying and Merchandising team* Able to identify highlights/lowlights from the previous week and suggest key actions for the Merchandiser* Following up on any actions from Trade meetings with the relevant teams and reporting back to the Merchandiser* Supporting the Merchandiser with ad hoc analysis when requested* Supporting the Merchandiser with any in season and pre-season planning* Ownership and management of the critical path to ensure all intake is on track and any amendments/delays are flagged to the Merchandiser* Making sure systems are up to date with all PO amendments and new intake dates when agreed with suppliers* Highlight to the Merchandiser any lateness or rolling intake and suggest actions to take from this* Take ownership of tracking intake for key launches and provide updates to the wider teams * Liaising with freight forwarders and updating internal documents with accurate dates/booking info* Supporting with any PO raising or amendments when required * Reviewing external partners critical paths and providing an update on all orders* Liaising with external partners on selections and POs* Supporting the Merchandiser with set of up of products for the external partner* Attending external trade meetings alongside the Merchandiser and supporting on any actions* Reviewing sales for external partners and highlight any fast/slow sellers to the Merchandiser alongside suggested actions* Reviewing stock and availability for any selections by Buying/External Partners* Supporting the development and training of an MAA, as well as training of new Assistant Merchandisers* Updating WSSI/ Linecards and reviewing actions to be takenProfile

• Previous experience of working as an Senior Merchandise Admin Assistant, Assistant Merchandiser or similar
• Strong computer literacy skills - especially in Excel.
• A solid understanding of WSSI.
• Analytical skills - confident in working with and extract insight from data.
• Strong decision making, time management skills and able to prioritise workload.
• The ability to excel in a fast-paced environment, prioritise effectively and keep up with the growing pace of the business.
• Good commercial knowledge - specifically on wider marketplace and broader business.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail when managing booking dates and ensuring that intake and category targets are adhered to.

Job OfferClose to transport linksProgression OpportunitiesHybrid WorkingAssistant Merchandiser

Keyskills :
FashionForecastingStockApparelWSSIAssistant MerchandiserSenior Merchandise Admin Assistant