Category Assistant: Buying & Merchandising Impact

N BROWN; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Manchester Head Office

Job summary

N Brown in Manchester is seeking a Category Assistant to bridge buying and merchandising, handling commercial administration, range support, trading analysis and supply chain coordination under the guidance of the Senior Category Manager. Responsibilities include range ownership, planning, buying administration, site checks, and supporting trading reviews to hit margin targets.

This hybrid role is based at our Manchester office with potential for growth within the Home Textiles & Furniture and

Qualifications

• Commercial experience in buying or merchandising is essential.
• Strong administrative, numerical and communication skills are required.
• Open to learning and responsibly adopting AI tools to drive efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Give range ownership and assist in range planning and buying administration.
• Prepare weekly trading reviews and support promotional planning.
• Manage supplier relations and coordinate critical path to ensure product availability.

Skills

Commercial experience

Administrative

Numerical

Communication

Education

Degree in fashion, business or retail

Tools

AI tools

Job description

N Brown in Manchester is seeking a Category Assistant to bridge buying and merchandising, handling commercial administration, range support, trading analysis and supply chain coordination under the guidance of the Senior Category Manager. Responsibilities include range ownership, planning, buying administration, site checks, and supporting trading reviews to hit margin targets.

This hybrid role is based at our Manchester office with potential for growth within the Home Textiles & Furniture and