Fashion Merchandiser Assistant – Data-Driven & Flexible

The Very Group; Liverpool; Hybrid; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible, hybrid working model

£250 flexible benefits allowance

27 days holiday + bank holidays

LinkedIn learning access

Bonus potential

Up to 25% discount on Very.co.uk

Matched pension up to 6%

Job summary

The Very Group is hiring an Assistant Merchandiser on a fixed-term contract until June 2027. You will support the Merchandiser and Buying teams in strategic planning, stock management, and trading analysis within fashion retail.

Ideal candidates will combine strong analytical capability with commercial awareness, excellent Excel skills and the ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. The role offers a hybrid working model and a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Merchandising, Assistant Merchandiser or Merchandise Admin role within fashion retail.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills with the ability to interpret large data sets.
• Experience of forecasting, stock management and trading analysis.
• Excellent Excel skills and confidence working with planning and reporting tools.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• A proactive approach to problem solving and continuous improvement.
• Strong communication and influencing skills.

Responsibilities

• Supporting range and assortment planning, including forecasting and maintaining range plans.
• Delivering weekly, monthly and seasonal trading analysis, identifying opportunities, risks and actionable recommendations.
• Managing in-season stock, intake and order books to ensure products arrive as planned.
• Monitoring product availability and sell-through performance, taking proactive action.
• Analysing market trends, competitor activity and customer demand to support commercial decision-making.
• Supporting pricing, promotions and markdown activity through performance analysis and forecasting.
• Building strong relationships with Buying, Operations and Supplier partners.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Commercial awareness

Excel skills

Communication skills

Tools

Excel

Job description

The Very Group is hiring an Assistant Merchandiser on a fixed-term contract until June 2027. You will support the Merchandiser and Buying teams in strategic planning, stock management, and trading analysis within fashion retail.

Ideal candidates will combine strong analytical capability with commercial awareness, excellent Excel skills and the ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. The role offers a hybrid working model and a competitive benefits package.