Assistant Merchandiser

Arne Clo Ltd; Warrington; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in apparel and footwear is seeking a driven Assistant Merchandiser to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will support the Product team by maximizing sales through effective stock management and insightful data analysis. Your analytical background and proficiency in Excel will be essential as you prepare trade reports, create ad hoc analyses, and maintain line cards. This innovative firm offers a collaborative environment where your contributions will directly impact the growth of the brand. If you are eager to embark on an exciting journey with a company recognized as one of the best places to work, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

32 Days Holiday

Generous Staff Discount

Annual and Quarterly Bonus Schemes

Private Healthcare

Life Assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Tech Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in merchandising or as a Merch Admin Assistant is essential.
• Strong data interpretation and analytical skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare trade reports and provide analysis to identify opportunities.
• Support stock ordering process and manage delivery schedules.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Organizational Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Experience in Merchandising

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

ARNE is an apparel and footwear brand/retailer based in Birchwood Park near Warrington, UK. We design and develop our products in the UK, manufacture in the near & far east and then ship directly to our customers, via ARNEclo.com. We have recently branched out and are now also available via Selfridges both in store and online.

We have ambitious objectives over the next decade with the team believing all targets are achievable through new product category launches in shoes and womenswear alongside the creation of paid media, CRM activity and further international growth to amplify the great product / brand assets we have already created.

Reporting to our Senior Merchandiser, you’ll be supporting the Product team in maximising sales through effective management of stock. We are looking for a driven, enthusiastic individual with an analytical background and a love for excel! If you are interested in joining us on our exciting journey, please apply today.

What you’ll be responsible for as an Assistant Merchandiser:

• Preparing Monday trade reporting for the merchandising team and providing analysis & actions to identify opportunity and risk. Presenting findings in a weekly trade meeting.
• Creating ad hoc analysis and reports, to aid both the merchandising team & wider business on decision making.
• Ownership and maintenance of the line cards, forecasting and planning sales & stock to suggest buys.
• Review intake in line with sales, freight budgets and supplier restrictions, and support the MAAs in decision making.
• Support MAA in the process of stock ordering, including creating PO’s, sending barcodes, and managing the delivery schedule.
• Create reporting and analysis for end of season lessons learnt planning, support the Senior merchandiser with commentary & insights.
• Owning the stock ordering process, including creating PO’s, sending barcodes, and managing the delivery schedule.
• Support with management of the MAA providing training to aid their development.
• Build strong working relationships across the wider business.

About You

• Experience in Merchandising, as an Assistant Merchandiser or Merch Admin Assistant looking to progress.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail, always looking to deliver quality work in an efficient manner.
• Strong data interpretation and analytical skills.
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Excel required (vlookups, pivot tables, etc).
• Ability to effectively communicate at all levels across the business.
• Great problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage your own time.

Benefits:

• We are proud to be recognised as a Medium sized Sunday Times Best Place to Work for 2024.
• 32 Days Holiday (including Bank Holidays) + your Birthday off.
• Holidays increasing up to 36 days with service.
• Option to buy / sell holidays.
• Generous staff discount.
• Annual and quarterly bonus schemes based on company performance.
• Private Healthcare including Dental & Optical Plans after probation.
• Health Cash Plan from day one.
• Life assurance paying 5x annual salary from day one.
• Discounted marketplace with money off/cash back from 100’s of places.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Tech Scheme.

ARNE are an equal opportunities employer. We believe that diverse people bring different skills and are committed to ensuring our business supports the needs of potential colleagues from Ethnic Minority backgrounds and colleagues who may be disabled or neurodiverse. We are committed to creating a great place to work through diversity and inclusivity and we strongly encourage applications from candidates from all backgrounds to join our growing team.