Assistant Merchandiser

Michael Page (UK); Leeds; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading clothing retailer in Leeds is seeking an Assistant Merchandiser to enhance their merchandising team. The role involves analyzing sales data, managing stock intake, and collaborating with suppliers to ensure timely delivery. Candidates should possess strong analytical and Excel skills, with opportunities for progression within the company.

Benefits

Free Parking

Progression Opportunities

Generous Staff Discount

Close to transport links

Qualifications

• Experience as a Merchandise Assistant or similar role.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills.
• Excellent Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Review and reforecast core line cards weekly based on performance.
• Liaise with suppliers to ensure timely stock delivery.
• Maintain WSSI and update OTB weekly.

Skills

Analytical skills

Numerical skills

Excel skills

Interpersonal skills

Job description

• Free Parking ; Close to transport links
• Progression Opportunities

About Our Client

A fantastic opportunity for an Assistant Merchandiser to join a clothing retailer in Leeds. The business sells multi product clothing through a number of channels including stores & ecommerce. The also have an apparel range that is made from over 40% recycled materials.

Job Description

• Review & reforecast core line cards on a weekly basis based on current performance. Propose any actions required in weekly trade to merchandiser on re-groups, par adjustments, phasing current commitment or any additional buys required.
• Review best sellers report on a weekly basis at line level. Propose any actions required to merchandiser in weekly trade on best/worst sellers; Regroups, distribution, intake & markdown proposals.
• Intake, working closely with Merchandiser to review weekly delivery schedule and critical path manage intake into the business. Raising any concerns to buyer/merchandiser which will impact; product launches, promotional activity or over stock.
• Liaise with suppliers & warehouse to ensure priority stock is on time and put away as soon as possible.
• Work closely with retail team to address any store stock issues and action accordingly
• WSSI maintenance; ensure OTB is updated on a weekly basis, intake is in the correct week & have an understand of closing stock targets of store group and YOY stock variance.

The Successful Applicant

• Experience as a Merchandise Assistant, Senior Merchandise Assistant, Assistant Merchandiser or simialer
• Having strong analytical, numerical and excellent excel skills are key
• Strong Interpersonal skills and willing to learn

What's on Offer

• Monday to Friday 35 hours a week
• Free Parking
• Progression Opportunities
• Close to transport links
• Generous Staff Discount

Assistant Merchandiser