Assistant Merchandiser - Fashion Brand

The Retail Partnership Ltd; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

We are working with a reputable global brand who are looking for an Assistant Merchandiser to support their team.

You will be supporting in the management of the end-to-end process of the critical path along with ensuring strong communication with suppliers and PO management as well as supporting the merchandising function with analysis to ensure a balanced and commercial range.

This role would suit someone currently working at a Senior Allocator level or current Assistant Merchandiser who is ambitious, organised and a great team player. This role offers hybrid working.

Main responsibilities will include:

• Support in the management of the department critical path with the cross functional counterparts to ensure timely delivery of the product
• Managing shipment approvals (checking ex-factory dates are on time, volume discrepancies, gold seal inspections completed, packing lists entered)
• Daily communication with suppliers, factories, agents/ mills as well as liaison with internal departments
• Flagging any risks or opportunities to Merchandiser/Senior Merchandiser. Making suggestions and offering solutions to production problems
• Supplier analysis for end of season reviews (monitor KPIs)
• Support in managing the option framework ensuring a balanced range for all channels and markets
• Create necessary trading reports to support global overview of performance weekly/ monthly/ seasonal. Ad hoc

Person specification:

• Experience at a Senior Allocator level or current Assistant Merchandiser in a fashion environment
• Numerate & Analytical, intermediate level on Excel
• Organised with ability to multitask and work under pressure