Assistant Merchandiser

Michael Page Business Support; Bury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A fashion retail company is seeking an Assistant Merchandiser in Bury, England. In this role, you will monitor stock performance, assist the Merchandiser in trading decisions, and manage inventory levels effectively. Ideal candidates will have strong analytical skills, proficiency in stock management, and the ability to generate actionable reports. Join a business with over 30 years of experience in stylish fashion across various channels, including ecommerce, as you support their growth and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Experience in stock management and reporting.
• Strong analytical skills to monitor sales performance.
• Ability to communicate effectively with the team.

Responsibilities

• Monitor best and worst selling lines weekly.
• Assist in trading and planning with the Merchandiser.
• Administer stock for stores and propose markdowns.
• Create and update Stock Availability report.

Skills

Analytical skills

Stock management

Reporting skills

Communication

Job description

Monitor all best & worst selling lines on a weekly basisWork within the WSSI for re-forecasting & updating actualised sales

Client Details

A Fantastic opportunity for an Assistant Merchandiser to join a store & ecommerce retailer who sell stylish fashion in the Bury area. As a business they have been trading for over 30 years, selling through a number of channels including, stores, outlets, concession and ecommerce. They benefit from their head office close to public transport.

Description

• Monitor all best & worst selling lines on a weekly basis
• Work within the WSSI for re-forecasting & updating actualised sales
• Directly report into the Merchandiser to assist in trading and planning.
• Monitor and arrange Store to store transfers to maximise on sales opportunities
• Generating list of Bestsellers on a weekly basis
• Administer old and current stock for stores, and propose markdowns
• Creating and updating Stock Availability report for the Internet and present recommendations for needed actions,
• Monitoring warehouse activity to make sure appropriate inventory level is maintained
• Analysing product performance at section level, where expected sales is not achieved
• Managing stock returns into the business at the end of each season
• Providing store performance analysis, outlin...