Assistant Merchandiser 2

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Assistant Merchandiser, where creativity meets data-driven decisions. In this dynamic role, you'll support planning and trading within a vibrant merchandising team. Your analytical skills will shine as you manage stock levels, track performance, and influence commercial decisions that drive success. With opportunities for mentorship and growth, this position is perfect for someone passionate about products and trends, eager to make a real impact in a fast-paced environment. Embrace this chance to develop your career in merchandising and contribute to a team that values collaboration and innovation.

Qualifications

• Experience in a merchandising role within retail or fashion.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and analyze WSSI and KPIs for forecasting.
• Support trading in-season and manage stock levels.
• Deliver accurate weekly trade reports and analysis.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Data Manipulation

Communication Skills

Forecasting Tools

Excel Proficiency

Team Leadership

Education

Experience in Merchandising

Experience in Retail or Fashion

Tools

WSSI

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We’re looking for a commercially aware, detail-driven Assistant Merchandiser to join our dynamic team. You’ll play a key role in supporting the planning and trading of your department, owning reporting, data analysis, and intake management while influencing commercial decisions with real impact. This is a fantastic opportunity to take your next step in Merchandising and grow in a fast-paced, high-performing environment.

About Us

We’re a brand that blends creativity, data, and innovation to bring trend-led products to market with speed and impact. Our Merchandising team is at the heart of this - ensuring our collections are delivered on time, in the right volumes, and with commercial precision. We pride ourselves on collaboration, pace, and a strong team culture that values development and progression.

What You'll Be Doing

• Planning & Forecasting: Maintain and analyse WSSI and KPIs to support in forecasting and driving commercial actions. Track performance, monitor OTB, and contribute to monthly forecasts.
• Critical Path & Trading: Support the team in trading in-season and maintaining the category critical path. Use data, past trends, and competitor analysis to drive decisions and actions.
• Rebuy Management: Independently review product performance to identify rebuy opportunities, support intake strategy, and ensure availability of key and core lines.
• Stock & Intake: Proactively manage stock levels and intake, supporting accurate order placement, phasing, and seasonal planning. Monitor supplier delivery schedules and adapt intake strategies accordingly.
• Team Leadership: Support and guide junior team members, lead on MAA development, and deputise for the Junior Merchandiser/Merchandiser when needed.
• Reporting & Analysis: Deliver accurate weekly trade reports, line cards, and ad-hoc analysis to support business decisions. Own the accuracy of attribution and data management across the department.

What We're Looking For

• Experience working in a merchandising role, ideally within a fast-paced retail or fashion environment
• Strong analytical skills with a commercial mindset and attention to detail
• Confident using WSSI and forecasting tools, with solid Excel and data manipulation abilities
• Clear communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to work cross-functionally
• Organised and proactive, able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• A team player who enjoys mentoring others and sharing best practices
• Passionate about product, trends, and driving performance through smart decision-making