Fashion Merchandising Assistant: Stock, Forecast & Growth

TAGGED RESOURCES; Manchester; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

TAGGED RESOURCES in Manchester is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Merchandiser to join a fast-growing online ladies fashion retailer. You will maximise sales and profit through stock analysis, forecasting and trading for the online range.

You will work closely with the Merchandiser to manage stock life cycles, analyse trends and drive promotions, helping to optimise profitability across the online offering.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Proficient with Microsoft including Excel.
• Excellent communication and organisation skills.
• Flair for spotting commercial opportunities.
• Think critically about existing processes.
• Be passionate about fashion.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Merchandiser.
• Compiling and analysing stock and sales reports.
• Forecasting stock and sales.
• Weekly reporting of inventory levels.
• Knowledge of products and management of life cycles.
• Analysing market trends and have good seasonal awareness.
• Monitoring best & worst sellers then making recommendations on markdowns.
• Working with markdown strategies to maximize profitability.
• Assist with planning in promotional activity.
• Raising purchase orders.
• Chasing suppliers & Far East factories.
• Managing supply chain.
• Responsible for updating the Critical Path.
• Other duties as required.

Skills

Stock management

Forecasting

Excel

Communication

Organisational skills

Fashion sense

Critical thinking

Tools

Excel

Job description

TAGGED RESOURCES in Manchester is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Merchandiser to join a fast-growing online ladies fashion retailer. You will maximise sales and profit through stock analysis, forecasting and trading for the online range.

You will work closely with the Merchandiser to manage stock life cycles, analyse trends and drive promotions, helping to optimise profitability across the online offering.