Assistant Merchandiser

Votre Sommelier; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading online fashion retailer seeks an Assistant Merchandiser to oversee daily operations in the Merchandising department. This role involves sales forecasting, stock management, and team development, offering a dynamic work environment and opportunities for career advancement. Join a company recognized for its commitment to inclusion and personal growth.

Benefits

Employee discount

Personal development opportunities

Access to LinkedIn learning materials

25 days paid annual leave

Discretionary bonus scheme

Private medical care scheme

Flexible benefits allowance

Employee sample sales

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Assistant Merchandiser or similar in fashion retail.
• Confident managing stock levels and participating in trade meetings.
• Experience in managing and developing team members is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Merchandising department.
• Forecasting sales and stock levels to achieve targets.
• Evaluating department performance and identifying opportunities.

Skills

Communication

Team Management

Excel

Reporting Tools Knowledge

Fast-paced Work Environment

Job description

ASOS is one of the UK's top fashion and beauty destinations, expanding globally at a rapid pace. Our values are to be authentic, brave, and creative, and we live and breathe these in everything we do. The ASOS Merchandising team ensures that we have the right products, at the right time, in the right place, and in the right quantities. They work closely with the buying teams to plan and build the ranges, taking control of stock levels to maximize profit. Without merchandisers, there would be no stock to sell!

What You'll Be Doing

• Responsible for the smooth running of the day-to-day operations of the Merchandising department
• Forecasting sales and stock levels to achieve sales plans and margin/profit targets for the department
• Monitoring the department's performance and identifying opportunities, as well as potential risks or losses
• Working closely with the Buying teams to successfully range plan for the department
• Participating in trade meetings with Heads of and Directors
• Evaluating the running of the department, focusing on lead times and overall performance
• Developing and managing Merchandising Administrators to encourage their growth
• Managing the WSSI and supporting trade plans
• Supporting our culture by driving Diversity, Equity & Inclusion strategies.

We are ASOS, the online retailer for fashion lovers worldwide. We exist to give our customers the confidence to be whoever they want to be, and that includes our people. At ASOS, you're free to be your true self without judgment, channeling your creativity into a platform used by millions.

We are proud members of Inclusive Companies, are Disability Confident Committed, and have signed the Business in the Community Race at Work Charter. We placed 8th in the Inclusive Top 50 Companies Employer list. If you need adjustments throughout the application process, please let our Talent team know in whatever way works best for you.

Who We'd Like To Meet

• Proven experience as an Assistant Merchandiser (or similar) in a fashion retail business
• Experience in planning weekly sales, stock, and intake management
• The confidence to manage and own a category, including participating in weekly trade meetings
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build relationships internally and externally at all levels
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• Experience in managing and developing team members (desirable)
• Strong computer skills, particularly in Excel and other MS Office applications
• Knowledge of reporting tools is desirable
• A passion for online retail and love for ASOS.com!

Benefits

• Employee discount (hello ASOS discount!)
• Personal development opportunities across the business
• Employee sample sales
• Access to a wide range of LinkedIn learning materials
• 25 days paid annual leave plus an extra celebration day
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Private medical care scheme
• Flexible benefits allowance, which can be taken as extra cash or used towards other benefits

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