Apprentice Trainee Assistant Merchandiser

The Perfume Shop; High Wycombe; Hybrid; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

20% staff discount

Cycle to work scheme

Life Assurance

Bonus scheme

TPS perks

Job summary

The Perfume Shop is seeking an Apprentice Trainee Assistant Merchandiser to join our Merchandising team for an 18‑month fixed term contract. You’ll learn to plan stock, review product performance and ensure the right products are in the right place at the right time.

You’ll gain hands‑on experience with brands, suppliers, and data tools like Excel and Copilot, while pursuing an apprenticeship qualification and developing a commercial retail career.

Qualifications

• Aspiring merchandiser with an interest in retail, merchandising or supply chain.
• Basic numeracy and attention to detail.
• Clear written and verbal communication; collaborative mindset.

Responsibilities

• Assist Merchandiser and team with brands, suppliers, product areas, stores and ecommerce.
• Track orders, deliveries and stock availability; keep information up to date.
• Learn to plan order quantities and support stock management.
• Produce regular sales and supplier information including basic promotions analysis.
• Support weekly trade reviews and identify stock gaps, trends and opportunities.
• Keep trackers and logs organised using Excel, Microsoft 365 and Copilot.

Skills

Excel

Data analysis

Microsoft 365

Copilot

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Apprenticeship pathway

Tools

Copilot

Excel

Microsoft 365

Job description

We’re looking for an Apprentice Trainee Assistant Merchandiser to join our Merchandising team and take an exciting first step into a commercial retail career.

With plenty of guidance and support, you’ll learn how we work with brands and suppliers, plan stock, review product performance and help make sure the right products are in the right place at the right time. You’ll build confidence using data, Excel, Microsoft 365 and Copilot tools, while working towards your apprenticeship qualification.

This role is an 18-month fixed term contract.

What You’ll Do

• Support the Merchandiser and wider team with brands, suppliers, product areas, stores and ecommerce.
• Help track orders, deliveries and stock availability, keeping information clear and teams updated.
• Learn how to plan order quantities and support effective stock management across our business.
• Produce regular sales and supplier information, alongside simple analysis of promotions, products and best sellers.
• Support weekly trade reviews, learning how to identify stock gaps, trends, risks and opportunities.
• Keep trackers, planners, meeting notes and action logs organised, using Excel, Microsoft 365 and Copilot tools to support your work.

What You’ll Bring

• A genuine interest in starting a career in merchandising, supply chain, retail or another commercial role.
• Curiosity, a willingness to ask questions and a positive approach to learning through your apprenticeship.
• Good attention to detail, basic numeracy skills and an interest in working with products and data.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills, with an inclusive and collaborative approach to working with others.
• Basic confidence using IT, such as sending emails and creating simple documents, plus an interest in developing your Excel skills.
• A proactive and organised approach, with the willingness to ask for support, act on feedback and follow tasks through.

Previous experience in retail, beauty, fragrance or customer service may be helpful, but your potential and willingness to learn matter most. Training, guidance and support will be provided throughout your apprenticeship.

What You’ll Gain

• Discretionary Bonus – We love to share our success with you!
• Access to Stream, to support your financial wellbeing needs, giving you more control and flexibility with your pay.
• Hybrid Working! 3 days office and 2 days off‑site.
• Access to our TPS Perks which offers you a variety of saving and discount options.
• Buy & Sell Holiday scheme and Life Assurance.
• 20% staff discount, as well as discounts at Superdrug and Three Mobile.
• Round the clock support from our partnership with RetailTrust.
• Cycle to work scheme for those who don’t mind riding up the hills of High Wycombe.

“We’re a sociable bunch of down-to‑earth people, who enjoy our work and each other’s company”

The Perfume Shop is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to supporting diversity and inclusion within our work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.