Inventory & Merchandising Coordinator

John Lewis plc

Bracknell

Hybrid

GBP 28,000 - 39,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

John Lewis plc is seeking a Merchandising Assistant to join the Category Proposition Group (CPG) planning function at Bracknell Head Office. You will help keep our supply chain moving, coordinate with suppliers, depots and retail branches, and use commercial data to troubleshoot stock issues and support product launches.

The role offers hybrid working with three in-office days per week and core days Tuesday to Thursday.

Qualifications

Strong numerical and analytical skills.
Experience in a retail or stock management environment.
Proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets.
Proactive approach to learning and development.

Responsibilities

Execute purchasing, stock transfers, and replenishment plans to balance stock flow and support exit strategies.
Serve as a central communication hub to resolve operational issues like late deliveries or branch queries using root cause analysis.
Monitor supplier performance and participate in critical path meetings to hit key dates for new product launches and sequencing.
Maintain core systems by running line setups, RMS uploads, shipment updates, and routine order adjustments.
Analyse performance reports to identify commercial risks or opportunities and present actionable feedback to planners.
Build strong relationships with internal and external partners to drive continuous improvement and streamlined ways of working.