Assistant Merchandiser - Childrenswear

Boden; London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fashion retailer in London seeks an Assistant Merchandiser for their Childrenswear team. Responsibilities include data analysis, managing Purchase Orders, and participating in planning meetings. Candidates should have prior merchandising experience, Excel proficiency, and strong analytical skills. This role offers competitive salary, generous clothing allowance, and additional perks such as a discount on clothing and virtual GP services.

Benefits

Competitive salary & targeted annual bonus scheme

Generous clothing allowance

30% discount on clothing

25 days Holiday annually

Online Portal discounts

Virtual GP Service

Free onsite parking

Qualifications

• Prior experience as a Merchandising Admin Assistant.
• Experience in proactively managing workload, prioritising, and delegating.
• Experience of being part of a team and working in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Collate and analyse data to identify trends.
• Participate in range planning meetings.
• Forecast line cards for key production lines.
• Oversee Purchase Order Management process.

Skills

Passionate about a career in Merchandising

Advanced Excel and Microsoft Office skills

Highly analytical with attention to detail

Clear communication and problem-solving skills

Great time management

Job description

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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Job Description:

Stylish, grounded, uplifting – these values live through everything we do at Boden. Without the collaboration, honesty and friendship between our teams, we wouldn’t be where we are today. We curate a world of beauty that’s ethical, inclusive – and importantly – good fun. We inspire you to live your best life. We are Boden.

Overview

We have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Merchandiser to join our Childrenswear team. Within this role, you will support the Merchandiser at all levels, including attending range planning meetings, analysing market trends, overseeing Purchase Order Management, and helping to plan and deliver profitable, customer-focused ranges.

Location: 3 - 4 days per week based at our North Acton Office.

What You Will Do

• Collate and analyse data to identify trends, opportunities, and risks.
• Participate in range planning meetings, confidently understanding KPIs.
• Forecast line cards for key production lines, whilst making recommendations.
• Generate size ratios based on regular analysis.
• Oversee the Purchase Order Management and approval process.
• Review and monitor intake against monthly stock targets.
• Lead weekly intake meetings.
• Support the monthly WSSI process, ensuring the OTB sheet is up to date.
• Propose markdown options and depths to clear stock profitably.
• Create and review Monday Trade packs and present in trade meetings.
• Drive trade by identifying risks and opportunities.

What We Are Looking For

• Passionate about a career in Merchandising.
• Prior experience as a Merchandising Admin Assistant.
• Experience in proactively managing workload, prioritising, and delegating.
• Advanced Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
• Highly analytical with attention to detail.
• Experience of being part of a team and working in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience of working cross-functionally.
• Clear communication and problem-solving skills.
• Great time management.
• Ability to multitask and work independently.
• Help mentor direct line reports and provide support to more junior members of the team.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary & targeted annual bonus scheme.
• Generous Boden clothing allowance!
• 30% discount on all current clothing ranges.
• 25 days Holiday annually, plus Bank Holidays.
• Online Portal with discounts on retail & entertainment.
• Virtual GP Service for you and your household!
• Free onsite parking and subsidised café.