Assistant Merchandiser

My client , a large global retailer, are looking for an Assistant Merchandiser to join their team. This is a wonderful opportunity for an experienced Merchandiser to work with an amazing organisation !

3 month contract

Immediate Start

West London

Hybrid - 3 days office based/ 2 WFH

Sales and Profit

• To assist the Merchandising team to achieve seasonal sales and profit targets based on seasonal business plan
• To work with Buying team to establish a range of merchandise suited to the customer profile in each region. Work together to make recommendations for changes and improvements to maximise sales and profit potential
• With guidance from Merchandiser, use analysis of weekly departmental performance to take actions to trade your area and maximise profits.
• Forecast sales and intake on department WSSI and manage the department's continuity business reporting back to your Merchandising for total department view.
• Work closely with the retail team who oversee the intake process, ensuring timely deliveries and that stock levels are optimised.

Data and Merchandise Management

• Prepare weekly reports to monitor performance of your department, highlighting key findings to your team.
• Producing insightful analysis for the team and wider business to help dictate the strategy going forward
• During the planning process produce analysis for the Merchandiser for range planning ensuring that the range is balanced and in line with top line strategy
• Completing seasonal markdown for the department to ensure we are maximising our margins whilst considering the competitive market
• Completing stock transfers and monitoring any RTV agreements to ensure the team hits closing stock targets

Essential Skills & Requirements

• Numerate with strong analytical skills
• Advanced Excel knowledge essential
• Team player - build relationships with other internal and external teams and functions for personal and business development

If you are available immediately , or have LESS than a 2 week notice period - please apply today!

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