Assistant Branch Merchandiser

The Fragrance Shop; Stretford; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working scheme

Onsite gym facilities

Generous staff discounts

Progression and development opportunities

Job summary

A leading fragrance retailer in the UK is seeking a Buying Assistant to oversee stock allocations and support the merchandising team. The ideal candidate boasts experience in a head office environment, with strong attention to detail and communication skills. Enjoy a flexible working scheme with generous staff discounts and excellent development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as an Assistant Merchandiser or Senior Merch Admin Assistant within a Head Office environment.
• Ability to work in a detailed and accurate manner and deliver consistent data.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of Management.

Responsibilities

• Manage allocations to stores to maximize sales.
• Provide support to merchandising through purchase order management.
• Work with Branch Merchandiser on merchandising initiatives.
• Ensure timely stock allocation and address issues.
• Assist in new store package allocation.
• Respond to store queries related to stock and launches.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication with management

Job description

Established in 1994, The Fragrance Shop is the UK’s leading independent fragrance retailer. Our aim is to make mainstream and luxury fragrances affordable and accessible to all. We showcase more than 130 fragrance brands in over 220 stores throughout the UK and online. We are expanding and are looking for a Buying Assistant to join the team and be part of a growing and vibrant brand.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Allocations to stores, ensuring effective and appropriate allocation of SKU’s to the correct distribution to maximise sales and availability.
• Providing key support to the merchandising team through purchase order management, store allocations management and analysis of data.
• Work with Branch Merchandiser on micro merchandising initiatives
• Ensure that stock is allocated on time and highlight and issues.
• Support the set up and maintenance of product information.
• Supporting the Branch Merchandiser by running reports and carrying out analysis to improve availability at stores.
• Assist in allocation on new store packages.
• Respond to store queries with regards to stock, testers and new product launches.
• Management of the PO order book including liaising with suppliers to ensure stock is delivered on time and manage any supply issues.
• Raise, send and log purchase orders when support needed.
• Work closely with buying and VM team.

EXPERTISE TO MATCH

• Previous experience as an Assistant Merchandiser or Senior Merch Admin Assistant within a Head Office environment.
• Ability to work in a detailed and accurate manner and deliver consistent data.
• Ability to communicate with all levels of Management.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE WORKING HERE

• Enjoy work-life balance with our flexible working scheme - including 15 work from home days a year, duvet days and the choice to flex your working hours.
• Vibrant state-of-the-art office, conveniently located in Trafford Park with great transport links and free onsite parking.
• No need to travel to the gym – we have one here for you! Take advantage of our free onsite gym facilities before/after work or even pop in at lunch time.
• Generous staff discounts on a wide range of fabulous fragrances.
• Excellent progression and development opportunities - work with teams who are passionate about what they do and develop your expertise within a creative and collaborative space.

OTHER INFORMATION

• Seniority level: Not Applicable
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Product Management
• Industries: Retail