Assistant Merchandiser (Adww)

ASOS; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount (ASOS)

Employee sample sales

25 days annual leave + extra day

Private medical care

Fixed annual payment bonus

Job summary

ASOS DESIGN is seeking an Assistant Merchandiser in Womenswear to support trading and planning for the design department. You will forecast sales, manage stock intake and partner with Buying to shape balanced, customer-focused ranges.

You will analyse performance, communicate insights to stakeholders, and coach junior team members while thriving in a fast-paced fashion retail environment.

Qualifications

• Experience as an Assistant Merchandiser in fashion, retail or e-commerce.
• Strong experience managing sales forecasts, stock planning and intake.
• Data-driven decision making with strong numerical attention to detail.
• Ability to analyse performance and communicate recommendations to stakeholders.
• Experience coaching or supporting junior team members is a plus.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with merchandising systems.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day trading and performance of the ASOS DESIGN department.
• Manage weekly sales forecasts, stock levels and intake plans.
• Analyse trading performance and identify opportunities, risks and actions.
• Build and maintain WSSIs and support long-term planning.
• Collaborate with Buying to develop balanced ranges.
• Monitor stock health and actions to maximise availability and minimise markdowns.
• Prepare analysis and recommendations for weekly trade meetings.
• Identify customer and market trends to inform decisions.
• Build relationships with stakeholders across the business.
• Coach Merchandising Administrators and support their development.
• Continuously improve processes, reporting and ways of working.
• Champion Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.

Skills

Merchandising experience

Forecasting

Data-driven decisions

Excel skills

Stakeholder communication

Team collaboration

Tools

Merchandising systems

Excel

Job description

Company Description

We're ASOS. We blend our flair for fashion with our love of cutting- edge technology, but more importantly were interested in how we can bring the best out of you.

We exist to give people the confidence to be whoever they want to be, and that goes for our people too. At ASOS, you're free to be your true self without judgment, and channel your creativity into a platform used by millions.

Job Description

At ASOS, our Merchandising teams are at the heart of delivering the right product, in the right place, at the right time.

We're currently hiring for two Assistant Merchandiser opportunities within ASOS DESIGN, sitting in Womenswear. Whilst the responsibilities are similar across both areas, you'll have the opportunity to work within one of the largest and most exciting divisions of the ASOS business, helping to deliver trend-led product ranges loved by millions of customers worldwide.

Working closely with Buying, Product Development and Supply Chain teams, you'll play a key role in planning, forecasting and trading your department to drive sales, profitability and an exceptional customer experience.

Whether your passion is Womenswear, you'll be joining a fast-paced, customer-focused team where you'll have the opportunity to make a real impact whilst continuing to develop your merchandising career.

What You'll Be Doing

• Supporting the day-to-day trading and performance of your ASOS DESIGN department
• Managing weekly sales forecasts, stock levels and intake plans to deliver sales and profit targets
• Analysing trading performance and identifying opportunities, risks and actions
• Building and maintaining WSSIs and supporting longer-term strategic planning
• Working closely with Buying partners to develop balanced and customer-focused ranges
• Monitoring stock health and implementing actions to maximise availability and minimise markdown risk
• Preparing analysis and recommendations for weekly trade meetings
• Identifying customer and market trends to inform decision making
• Building strong relationships with key stakeholders across the business
• Coaching and supporting Merchandising Administrators in their development
• Continuously looking for ways to improve processes, reporting and ways of working
• Championing our commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Working at ASOS

We believe being together in person helps us move faster, collaborate better and learn from each other every day. That's why we spend at least three days each week in the office, building connections and creating great work together.

Qualifications

About You

We'd Love to Meet Someone Who...

• Has previous experience as an Assistant Merchandiser within a fashion, retail or e-commerce environment
• Has strong experience managing sales forecasts, stock planning and intake
• Demonstrates excellent commercial awareness and confidence making data-led decisions
• Can confidently analyse performance and communicate recommendations to stakeholders
• Has strong numerical and analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Builds positive relationships and collaborates effectively across teams
• Thrives in a fast-paced and constantly evolving retail environment
• Has experience coaching or supporting more junior team members
• Has advanced Excel skills and experience working with merchandising systems
• Is passionate about fashion, online retail and delivering an outstanding customer experience
• Loves ASOS.com and has a genuine interest in the ASOS DESIGN brand

Additional Information

BeneFITS'

• Employee discount (hello ASOS discount!)
• Employee sample sales
• 25 days paid annual leave + an extra celebration day for a special moment
• Private medical care scheme
• Fixed Annual Payment in addition to your salary each year, it's just an extra thank you from us
• Opportunity for personalised learning and in-the-moment experiences that enable you to thrive and excel in your role.

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