Assistant Merchandiser - Brands - Superdry

Next; Leicester; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company is seeking a Senior Assistant Merchandiser to manage partnerships with major brands, focusing on sales profitability and brand performance. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with internal teams and external brands, driving strategic initiatives and fostering relationships in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Profit-related bonus

25 days holiday plus options to buy more

Pension scheme contributions

Life assurance

Sharesave scheme

On-site restaurant

Staff shop

Free on-site parking

25% staff discount on Next products

Additional discounts on goods and services

Qualifications

• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Technical merchandising skills including data analysis and inventory planning.
• Energetic and self-confident approach to decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Manage relationships with Superdry and develop merchandising strategies.
• Monitor sales performance and implement trading strategies.
• Mentor trainee merchandisers for professional development.

Skills

Communication Skills

Data Analysis

Relationship Development

Merchandising Skills

Job description

Job Description

Senior Assistant Merchandiser - Brands

Superdry

Let's Take it On

Brands

£42,000 to £45,000

Enderby Head Office Leicestershire

This is an exciting opportunity to manage our partnership with one of our biggest wholesale brands, Superdry! You will operate at a senior assistant level or be looking to take on more accountability, making influential decisions with autonomy to impact brand performance directly.

Let’s talk quality… When it comes to UK retail, it’s hard to find a company with a bigger focus on quality. We sell thousands of items an hour, and our repeat customer base returns for our renowned quality products. For anyone in the Brands field, this is the place to learn, grow, and thrive.

• Are you passionate about analysis, trading, managing stock, and relationship development?

Your Role:

• Fostering a Positive Relationship with Senior Managers at Superdry: Act as the main point of contact for Superdry, collaborating closely to curate commercial collections aligned with customer preferences and market trends. Ensure timely communication to facilitate smooth trading processes.
• Driving Sales Profitability and Building Relationships: Develop strategies to grow sales and profitability, proactively identifying revenue growth and margin improvement opportunities through effective merchandising and pricing strategies. Build rapport with brand representatives to strengthen partnerships.
• Internal Collaboration and Business Knowledge: Liaise with internal departments to support brand initiatives and develop a comprehensive understanding of company operations to inform decision-making.
• Managing Sales Budgets and Profit: Develop and monitor sales budgets for key brands, ensuring alignment with financial goals, and implement strategies to optimise profitability.
• Preparing Packs and Conducting Brand Visits: Prepare comprehensive packs for selection meetings, providing insights into performance and opportunities. Conduct brand visits to review trading performance and gather insights.
• In-Season Trading and Markdown Management: Monitor sales performance to identify opportunities for maximising sales and minimising markdowns, implementing effective trading strategies.
• Training and Nurturing Trainee Merchandisers: Mentor and support trainee merchandisers to facilitate their professional development.

About You

• Great Communication Skills: Prepare clear presentations, tailor communication styles, and actively listen to feedback.
• Solid Technical Merchandising Skills: Use data analysis, forecasting, inventory planning, and stay updated on industry trends.
• Energetic, Enthusiastic, and Self-Confident: Approach your role with energy, inspire others, and demonstrate confidence in your decisions.
• Open-Mindedness to New Ways of Working: Embrace innovation, seek new ideas, and be receptive to feedback and diverse perspectives.
• Enjoyment of the Product/Trend Side of the Role: Stay informed about latest trends, collaborate with design teams, and use your passion to drive merchandising strategies.

Your Team

Joining the Brands Team at Next during this growth period is an incredible opportunity! As a Senior Assistant Merchandiser, you'll foster relationships with external brands and curate collections that resonate with customers and market trends. Be part of a team expanding Next's brand offerings and catering to diverse preferences.

We’ll discuss benefits during the interview, but here’s an overview:

• Profit-related bonus
• 25 days holiday plus options to buy more
• Pension scheme contributions
• Life assurance
• Sharesave scheme
• On-site restaurant
• Staff shop
• Free on-site parking
• 25% staff discount on Next products
• Additional discounts on goods and services

Candidates requiring sponsorship must meet Home Office requirements. For details, see: https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

We support all candidates through the application process and provide workplace adjustments if needed. Contact us at [e-mail] or call 0116 284 2486.

Early applications are encouraged as recruitment begins immediately. The advert may close early if the position is filled.

About Us

Next is a FTSE-100 retail company employing over 35,000 across the UK and Ireland. We’re the UK’s 2nd largest fashion retailer, leading in Kidswear, with over 500 stores and online presence in over 70 countries. We’ve gone global!

Benefits

• Discounts on Next and partner brands
• Performance bonus
• On-site nursery
• Additional staff discounts
• Restaurant facilities
• Health and wellbeing services
• Free parking
• Financial wellbeing programs
• Apprenticeships
• Online and in-store discounts with direct-to-work service
• Support networks and wellbeing initiatives

All benefits are discretionary and subject to change. We’re committed to supporting candidates with disabilities or long-term conditions; contact us for workplace adjustments.

Job Info

• Job Identification 70410
• Job Category Merchandising
• Posting Date 05/21/2025, 12:06 PM