Assistant Merchandiser, homewares

I Love My Job Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

I Love My Job Ltd in London is seeking an Assistant Merchandiser to be the engine behind accurate, real-time stock data and ensure inventory aligns with demand while working with beautiful home and interiors products.

With 2+ years in a data-heavy role, ideally in merchandising, you will bring strong Excel skills, a meticulous eye for detail, and an organised approach. This 12-month full-time contract offers a collaborative, growth‑minded culture.

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ experience in a data-heavy role, ideally within merchandising, plus organized, detail-oriented approach and strong Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Update the weekly trade reports and Sales by Line; spot trends and actions.
• Own weekly stock reconciliations and report month-end stock holding.
• Complete daily allocations and manage the transfer tracker for stock movements.
• Run the monthly stock count at the warehouse and assist with the global count.
• Monitor weekly intake and liaise with suppliers to land orders on time.
• Share a forward view of intake with the warehouse and purchasing teams.
• Update weekly line flows to maintain availability on bestsellers in the UK and US.
• Review processes and controls to improve efficiency.

Skills

Merchandising

Data analysis

Excel

Tools

ERP system

Job description

• London
• 12-month fixed-term contract, full time
• £36,000

A well-known interiors brand is looking for a detail-loving Assistant Merchandiser to join their close-knit team. You’ll be the engine behind accurate, real-time stock data, keeping inventory in line with demand and giving the wider team the numbers they need to make smart commercial decisions, all while working with beautiful products in the home and interiors space.

You’ll bring 2+ years’ experience in a data-heavy role, ideally within merchandising, along with an organised approach, a meticulous eye for detail and strong Excel skills.

This is a brilliant opportunity for someone ready to take the next step in their career, joining a vibrant, driven business with a collaborative culture and impressive year-on-year growth.

What you’ll be doing:

• Update the weekly trade reports and Sales by Line, spotting trends, flagging risks and suggesting actions. Identify slow sellers and work with sales and marketing to get them moving.
• Own weekly stock reconciliations so nothing goes missing. Clean up open purchase and sales orders and report month-end stock holding to Finance.
• Complete daily allocations and manage the transfer tracker, making sure stock moves efficiently between locations and channels and is always reflected in the system.
• Run the monthly stock count at the warehouse and help organise the annual global count, reconciling results and reporting any discrepancies.
• Keep a close eye on weekly intake, working with suppliers to land orders on time and in full.
• Share a forward view of intake with the warehouse and partner with the purchasing team on assembly orders so stock is booked in promptly and accurately.
• Update weekly line flows and help maintain strong availability on bestsellers across online, retail and wholesale, ensuring key continuity lines are covered in both the UK and US.
• Keep reviewing processes and controls, bringing ideas to make things run even more smoothly.

This role is for you if you:

• Are organised, meticulous and love making systems work.
• Get real satisfaction from crossing things off your list.
• Have strong Excel skills and are confident with formulas and basic functions.
• Are keen to build expert knowledge of an ERP system.
• Are commercially aware, adaptable and happy juggling shifting priorities.
• Communicate clearly and confidently, both in writing and in person.
• Want to grow your career within a values-led brand that cares about design and quality.

Diversity & Inclusion

ILMJ values diversity, equality, and inclusion, and encourages applicants from all backgrounds and identities.