Assistant Retail Trader

TN United Kingdom; London; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Assistant Trader/Assistant Branch Merchandiser to join their fast-growing team. This hybrid role offers the opportunity to contribute to retail performance objectives while supporting stock allocation and replenishment across regions. The ideal candidate will have experience in retail trading and allocation tools, and will play a crucial role in ensuring product availability and successful promotions. Join a passionate team committed to sustainability and exceptional customer service, where your contributions will make a real difference in the retail landscape.

Qualifications

• Experienced in allocation/replenishment tools and retail trading.
• Knowledgeable of retail operations and supply chain processes.

Responsibilities

• Assist in achieving retail sales and profit KPIs through analysis.
• Maintain regional stock availability and manage stock balance.
• Develop and support junior team members to fulfill their potential.

Skills

Allocation/Replenishment Tools

Branch Merchandising

Retail Trading

Retail Operations

Supply Chain Processes

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Team Leadership

Job description

We are seeking an enthusiastic, resourceful, hardworking Assistant Trader/Assistant Branch Merchandiser who will help grow with the company and add value to our fast growing team. This person will report into the Retail Trading Manager and will support the delivery regional performance objectives. Accountable for retail stock allocation/replenishment helping to deliver performance KPIs, stock to fulfil regional budgets, and trading the retail stores in the most profitable way.

This role is hybrid: 3 days in the office and 2 days from home.

Key Responsibilities

• Assists in the delivery of category and territory specific retail sales, profit, and availability KPIs, using analysis to quantify risks and trading opportunities and then communicating to the wider team.
• Knows the key needs of the region, champions those needs to the wider business, doing whatever they can to ensure the stock packages in a region are fit for purpose.
• Assumes responsibility of providing product info along with Promo and Core Merch teams to help deliver successful Promotions in stores; maximising opportunities and ensuring timely allocation to meet launch dates.
• Helps to maintain regional stock availability, managing the balance of stock between web and retail.
• Builds strong relationships with Retail teams, communicating key information to support them in trading the regions. Visits stores frequently, understands opportunities and communicates feedback effectively.
• Ensures timely and best possible launch of new stores, communicating and addressing any issues to the wider business, tailoring the range to the market and profile needs.
• Identifies and communicates sales/stock risk and opportunities across the region.
• Reviews trading opportunities of the warehouse stock pot to clear stocks in line with identified product life-cycle.
• Leads by example, as a role model within trading and the MW team.
• Develops, coaches and supports junior team members to fulfil their potential, through regular one-to-ones, setting clear objectives and delivering best practice always.
• Identifies process opportunities for improving efficiencies and supports system developments and improvements.
• Maintains close communication with Retail, Merchandising and Supply chain.

We would like to meet someone who is

• Experienced in allocation/replenishment tools.
• Having previous experience of Branch Merchandising/Retail Trading.
• Knowledgeable of retail operations/supply chain processes.
• Commercial, energetic, and passionate.

At Mountain Warehouse, we’re passionate about helping our customers enjoy the great outdoors. With a focus on sustainability, we design quality products that are made for adventure and built to last, whether it’s for hiking, running, skiing, or just exploring closer to home. As a team, we’re united by our passion for the outdoors, our commitment to exceptional customer service, and our belief in working together to achieve great things.

We value individuality and teamwork, believe diversity drives innovation and success, and are committed to building an inclusive and supportive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. Whether you’re creating an exceptional in-store experience, driving innovation behind the scenes, or shaping the future of our brand, every role plays a part in bringing Mountain Warehouse to life. If you’re excited about adventure, retail, and making a difference, we’d love to hear from you!