Assistant Merchandiser - Womenswear Non Clothing

Next; Leicester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for an enthusiastic Assistant Merchandiser to join their Womenswear Non-Clothing team. This role offers a unique opportunity to analyze market trends, develop range structures, and build supplier relationships. You will be at the forefront of fashion retail, utilizing your technical skills in data analysis and inventory management to drive success. With a supportive work environment and a range of benefits, this position is perfect for those passionate about trends and eager to make an impact in a leading retailer.

Benefits

Profit-related bonus

25 days holiday + option to buy more

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Sharesave

On-site nursery

On-site restaurant

On-site parking

Staff discount

Healthcare and additional discounts

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Technical merchandising skills and data analysis expertise.

Responsibilities

• Formulating range structure proposals and presenting in meetings.
• Building relationships with suppliers and monitoring performance.

Skills

Data Analysis

Inventory Management

Communication Skills

Trend Awareness

Job description

Assistant Merchandiser - Womenswear Non Clothing

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Job Details

Location: Head Office, Leicester

Working Pattern: Typically 4-5 days in the office, with core hours flexible between 8am-6pm

Next is the biggest fashion and lifestyle retailer within the UK & Europe's largest online clothing retailer. With over 500 stores, 8.3 million sq ft of retail space, around 45,000 employees, and 8 million customers across 72 countries, we sell 280 million products annually. Our brand is highly trusted, offering genuine value for money.

About the Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Merchandiser to support our Womenswear Non-Clothing team. The role involves analyzing market trends, developing range structures, presenting proposals, appraising performance, building supplier relationships, and managing merchandise systems. Your technical skills in data analysis, inventory management, and trend awareness will be essential.

Responsibilities

• Formulating Range Structure Proposals
• Presenting in Formal Meetings
• Appraising Performance and Proposing Strategies
• Building Relationships with Suppliers
• Planning and Reviewing Capacity, Production, and Fabric Reservations
• Maintaining Merchandise Systems
• Guiding Trainees and Managing Tasks
• Controlling Spend
• Monitoring In-Season Performance

Candidate Profile

• Strong communication skills, verbal and written
• Technical merchandising skills, data analysis, inventory management
• Open-minded, adaptable, and passionate about trends

Benefits

• Profit-related bonus
• 25 days holiday + option to buy more
• Pension scheme, life assurance, sharesave
• On-site amenities including nursery, restaurant, and parking
• Staff discount, healthcare, and additional discounts

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About Us

Next is a FTSE-100 retailer with over 35,000 employees, operating over 500 stores and a global online presence. We are a leader in fashion retail, especially in Kidswear, with a strong international footprint.