Assistant Merchandiser

Clarendon Fine Art; Lichfield; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the contemporary art market is seeking a proactive Assistant Merchandiser to join their dynamic team in Lichfield. This exciting role offers the chance to work closely with various departments to drive sales and enhance customer experience. You'll be responsible for curating gallery selections, analyzing sales data, and ensuring optimal stock allocation for new openings and events. With a focus on personal development and a supportive work environment, this position promises a fulfilling career path with numerous benefits, including flexible hours and a generous leave policy.

Benefits

Flexible hours

Hybrid working

Employee discount scheme

Contributory pension scheme

33 days annual leave

Career advancement opportunities

Social events

Milestone rewards

Seasonal gifts

Free parking

Qualifications

• Experience in head office merchandising and retail sales.
• Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Curate gallery selections to enhance client-focused offerings.
• Analyze sales data to optimize artwork allocation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Head office merchandising

Sales driving

Communication

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

IT skills (Microsoft Office, databases)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Senior Internal Recruiter at Clarendon Fine Art & DeMontfort Fine Art

Clarendon Fine Art is the world’s largest and fastest growing network of contemporary art galleries. Our mission is to make beautiful artwork accessible to an ever-increasing audience of customers. As we approach the opening of our 88th Gallery, we continue to pride ourselves in delivering an exceptional customer experience. Our business embraces those who have a wealth of personality and motivation, and in return offer exciting career opportunities in an inspirational and expanding environment.

We are recruiting for an enthusiastic & proactive Assistant Merchandiser (Gallery Merchandiser) to join our dedicated Merchandising team in a pivotal role, working closely with all areas of our dynamic and thriving retail business based in Lichfield.

About You

• You will have a positive and pro-active attitude, with great attention to detail.
• You will have experience of head office merchandising and driving sales within a Retail business.
• You must be a confident communicator.
• You will have a proven ability to build relationships cross functionally.
• You will be an effective problem solver.
• You must have exceptional organisational skills.
• You thrive in a fast paced, busy environment.
• You will have strong IT skills (Microsoft Office, databases, in-house systems).

The Role

• Reporting into the Head of Merchandising, you will be directly responsible for curating a selection of galleries to deliver a client focused, commercial offering.
• You will be instrumental in driving sales by analysing the bestselling artwork in each gallery, and strategically allocating to get the right artwork in at the right time.
• You will play a pivotal role in ensuring the correct stock is allocated for new gallery openings, new artwork releases, events & tours.
• You will help to facilitate potential sales by being a first point of contact for gallery teams, efficiently answering their stock queries and providing proactive advice on the available portfolio of artwork.
• You will identify opportunities, making recommendations to the business and taking action to drive gallery performance.

Working hours:

• 09:00 – 17:30 Monday to Friday with one day per week working 09:30-18:00 (this will include being “on call” until 21:00 – paid at overtime).
• You will be required to work one weekend in every six, and will get the days back in lieu during the week when on weekend shifts.

Why choose us?

In addition to a competitive salary, this role also offers flexible hours and hybrid work from home benefits.

• Hybrid working pattern (3 days in the office and 2 days working from home).
• Additional earning opportunities.
• 33 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays).
• We offer a fantastic employee discount scheme on our portfolio of art work.
• Contributory employee pension scheme.
• Develop and advance your career with promotion and progression opportunities.
• Join the wider company at social events throughout the year.
• We offer you benefits and discounts including food, drink, retailers and fun days out!
• Milestone rewards to celebrate your big life events both inside and outside of work
• Seasonal ‘Thank you’ gifts from the company throughout the year
• Free HQ and Operations parking

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Analyst, Administrative, and Consulting

• Industries

  Retail Luxury Goods and Jewelry, Retail, and Retail Art Dealers

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