Assistant Merchandiser - Home Decor

B&M Retail Limited; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

B&M Retail Limited is seeking an Assistant Merchandiser for their Home Décor team in Liverpool. The role involves collaborating with senior team members, aiding in sales forecasting, and ensuring product availability. Candidates should possess strong analytical skills, Excel proficiency, and the desire to thrive in a fast-paced retail environment.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Employee discounts

Supportive and inclusive work culture

Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel is essential.
• Exceptional data interpretation and analytical skills are required.
• A good understanding of merchandising with strong commercial awareness is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Forecasting sales and planning product intake.
• Maintaining weekly and ad-hoc reports.
• Generating and raising purchase orders.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Data interpretation

Analytical skills

Commercial awareness

Organizational skills

Relationship building

Communication

Job description

We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity to join our Home Décor team as an Assistant Merchandiser.

Whether you're a Trainee Merchandiser looking to take the next step in your career, or an experienced Assistant Merchandiser eager to join a fast-paced, growing company, this could be the ideal role for you!

As an Assistant Merchandiser on our Home Décor team, you will work closely with a Senior Merchandiser, playing a key role in providing effective and efficient support to the department. To succeed, it is essential that you have excellent administration skills, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

This role is fully based, 5 days a week at our Support Centre in Speke, Liverpool (L24).

Key Responsibilities:

• Forecasting sales and planning product intake.
• Ensuring excellent availability of all core SKUs.
• Preparing and maintaining weekly and ad-hoc reports.
• Generating and raising purchase orders.
• Collaborating cross-functionally with the buying team.

Skills and Experience Required:

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Exceptional data interpretation and analytical skills.
• A good understanding of merchandising with strong commercial awareness.
• Highly organised with the ability to prioritise and work efficiently at speed.
• Proven ability to build positive relationships with suppliers and stakeholders.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Previous experience in a similar role is desirable but not essential.

Why Join B&M Retail?

• Be part of a dynamic team in a fast-paced retail environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Employee discounts on a wide range of products.
• A supportive and inclusive work culture.

At B&M, we're proud to be one of the UK’s fastest-growing retailers. If you’re eager to learn, passionate about content, and excited about working in a fast-paced environment, we’d love to hear from you!

B&M is an equal opportunities employer.We are committed to creating an inclusive, welcoming environment for all.

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