Assistant Merchandiser: Stock Strategy & Analytics

Selfridges & Co; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Selfridges & Co in London is seeking an Assistant Merchandiser to monitor supplier commitment and make strategic recommendations to the buying team. You will manage stock levels across stores, coordinate re-orders, and support weekly and seasonal reporting.

You will build strong relationships with brand partners, analyze stock, and ensure timely replenishment from the DC. Proactive FP and WSSI input will help drive retail performance in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience at an Assistant Merchandiser level.
• Highly organized, methodical and efficient in your approach.
• Numerate and analytical with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Team player with attention to detail and ability to stay calm in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Review stock levels by store with the Allocator’s assistance and make key recommendations.
• Oversee the system for re-ordering continuity product.
• Maintain and monitor stock levels at the DC and take action where necessary.
• Collaborate with Retail Operations regarding any stock queries.
• Analyse OTB strategies and make recommendations, escalating issues to the lead Merchandiser when appropriate.
• Forge strong relationships with brand partners and negotiate stock actions with suppliers.
• Provide weekly, seasonal and ad-hoc reports and analysis.
• Maintain knowledge of systems (Retek, Excel, RMS and RPM) to assess stock levels.
• Identify opportunities for stock transfers and oversee allocation process.
• Oversee model stock and replenishment from the DC.
• Assist Merchandiser in updating and maintaining the WSSI and FP analysis for buyers.
• Assist with OTB, planning and phasing processes.
• Coordinate sale setups and be the main contact for retail operations.

Skills

Organised

Numerate

Analytical

Communication skills

Team player

Tools

Retek

Excel

RMS

RPM

Job description

Selfridges & Co in London is seeking an Assistant Merchandiser to monitor supplier commitment and make strategic recommendations to the buying team. You will manage stock levels across stores, coordinate re-orders, and support weekly and seasonal reporting.

You will build strong relationships with brand partners, analyze stock, and ensure timely replenishment from the DC. Proactive FP and WSSI input will help drive retail performance in a fast-paced environment.