Assistant Merchandiser - Accessories

Selfridges; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits

Job summary

Selfridges in London is seeking an Assistant Merchandiser to monitor supplier commitments and make strategic recommendations to the buyers team. You will manage allocations, oversee DC stock, and provide regular reports while collaborating with Retail Operations to ensure optimal stock flow across stores.

The role demands strong numeracy, analytical skills, and proficiency with systems such as Retek, Excel, RMS and RPM.

Qualifications

• Must be experienced at Assistant Merchandiser level.
• Requires strong numeracy and analytical ability.
• Proficient with systems and data analysis tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Good interpersonal skills and teamwork.
• High attention to detail in fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Review store stock levels with Allocator and make recommendations.
• Oversee re-ordering continuity products.
• Monitor stock levels at the DC and take corrective action.
• Collaborate with Retail Operations on stock queries.
• Analyse OTB strategies and escalate issues to lead Merchandiser.
• Provide weekly, seasonal and ad hoc reports and FP analyses.
• Identify stock transfer opportunities and oversee allocations.
• Assist with WSSI updates and OTB planning and phasing.
• Coordinate sale setup and be the main contact for operations.
• Manage markdowns and RTV processes from start to finish.

Skills

Numerate

Analytical

Systems literate

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Tools

Retek

Excel

RMS

RPM

Job description

Job IntroductionAs an Assistant Merchandiser, you will monitor supplier commitment, make informed and strategic decisions and have the ability to make key recommendations to our team of buyers.You will proactively highlight issues and escalate accordingly to the Merchandiser. You will effectively manage the Allocator and collaboratively work to ensure stock is in the right places at the right time so as to maximize full price sell through. As a key member of the team you will consistently provide weekly, seasonal and ad hoc reporting and analysis.As an Assistant Merchandiser, you will:•Review stock levels by store with the Allocator’s assistance and make key recommendations•Oversee the system for re-ordering continuity product•Maintain and monitor stock levels at the DC and take action where necessary•Collaborate with Retail Operations regarding any stock queries•Analyse OTB strategies and make recommendations regarding commitment, escalating all OTB issues to the lead Merchandiser where appropriate•Forge strong relationships with our brand partners•Identify stock issues and negotiate stock actions with our suppliers•Successfully provide weekly, seasonal and ad-hoc reports•Maintain up-to-date knowledge of systems (Retek, Excel, RMS and RPM) so as to effectively assess stock levels•Proactively identify opportunities for transfer of stock and oversee allocation process•Oversee model stock and replenishment from the DC•Assist the Merchandiser in updating and maintaining the WSSI•Provide tailored FP analysis for buyers, highlighting any key points•Assist the Merchandiser in the OTB, planning, and phasing process•Coordinate and manage the sale set up and execution, be the key point of contact for retail operations•Manage markdown, monitoring stocks into sale with a view of LY and plan•Manage the RTV process from start to finish•Manage the Allocator’s workload, priorities and developmentA Bit About You• Experience at an Assistant Merchandiser LevelYou will be highly organised, methodical and efficient in your approach to working•You will be highly numerate and analytical•Systems literate•You will have strong communication (both written and verbal) and interpersonal skills•You will be a team player•You will have high attention to detail•You will have the ability to remain calm within a fast-paced ever-changing environmentSelfridgesSalary Competitive plus benefits AnnuallyJob Reference selfridges/TP/318309/7206Contract Type PermanentClosing Date 25 October, 2026Job Category MerchandisingLocation London, United Kingdom 25 September, 2026