Assistant Merchandiser

Tagged Resources Ltd; Ringway; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Tagged Resources Ltd is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Merchandiser to join our growing online ladies fashion retailer. You will maximise sales and profit by analysing, forecasting, and trading stock for our online offering.

Work closely with the Merchandiser, compile stock and sales reports, forecast stock levels, and manage supplier relationships to keep the product life cycle up-to-date. The role requires a passion for fashion and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in a similar role.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel and other MS Office tools.
• Excellent communication and organisation skills.
• Flair for spotting commercial opportunities.
• Ability to think critically about processes.
• Passion for fashion.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Merchandiser.
• Compiling and analysing stock and sales reports.
• Forecasting stock and sales.
• Weekly reporting of inventory levels.
• Knowledge of products and management of life cycles.
• Analysing market trends and have good seasonal awareness.
• Monitoring best & worst sellers then making recommendations on markdowns.
• Working with markdown strategies to maximize profitability.
• Assist with planning in promotional activity.
• Raising purchase orders.
• Chasing suppliers & Far East factories.
• Managing supply chain.
• Responsible for updating the Critical Path.
• Other duties as required.

Skills

Stock analysis

Forecasting

Excel

Communication

Organisational skills

Fashion affinity

Job description

The Company: An enthusiastic Assistant Merchandiser is needed to join a rapidly growing Online Ladies Fashion Retailer & Brand. You will maximise sales and profit through the effective management of stock by analysing, forecasting and trading product for their already successful online offering.

The Role:

• Work closely with the Merchandiser.
• Compiling and analysing stock and sales reports.
• Forecasting stock and sales.
• Weekly reporting of inventory levels.
• Knowledge of products and management of life cycles.
• Analysing market trends and have good seasonal awareness.
• Monitoring best & worst sellers then making recommendations on markdowns.
• Working with markdown strategies to maximize profitability.
• Assist with planning in promotional activity.
• Raising purchase orders.
• Chasing suppliers & Far East factories.
• Managing supply chain.
• Responsible for updating the Critical Path.
• Other duties as required.

Skills Required:

• MUST have at least 2 years' experience in a similar role.
• Proficient with Microsoft including the use of Excel.
• Excellent communication and organisation skills.
• Possess a flair for spotting commercial opportunities.
• Think critically about existing processes.
• Be passionate about fashion.