Merchandise Assistant

Victoria’s Secret; City Of London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent retail brand in the UK is offering a Merchandising role responsible for managing product inventory and allocation plans. This position requires collaboration within a team and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Candidates should have experience using Excel and a desire to drive product availability and sales. The role offers various perks and the opportunity to be part of a well-known lifestyle brand.

Benefits

25% off a selection of brand products

Company performance-based bonus

Hybrid & flexible working options

Qualifications

• Ability to track inventory orders and manage allocation plans.
• Experience in analyzing stock levels to drive growth.
• Participation in seasonal tiering and grading analysis.

Responsibilities

• Track inventory orders from supplier to Distribution Centre and retail.
• Manage allocation plans for the brand and review intake.
• Determine stock balance between retail and digital.

Skills

Desire to work in a fast-paced retail environment

Ability to work as part of a team

Experience using Excel

Job description

We don’t just sell products...we sell experiences. Although Victoria’s Secret is primarily known for lingerie, beauty products and accessories, our brand extends much further. Together with the Victoria’s Secret PINK brand we have come to represent an aspirational lifestyle — a way of life with lots of fun along the way. We help customers feel empowered and comfortable and offer the best bra fit experience on the high street. Join us and be part of one of the most iconic brands in the world.

We currently have 26 stores across the UK and Ireland and are continuing to pop up in new locations as we grow. Our Head Office team are based in Central London and work closely with our store teams. Our values are at the heart of everything we do. They are the foundation for our unique mind set that guides our behaviours and determines our results. They’re a connection to our history and a guide for our future. And they’re the measure of success for how we do things today.

We are so passionate about what we do and love to work collaboratively to create an acclaimed working environment.

About the Job

Without our Merchandisers, there would be no product in our stores and on our website! The Victoria’s Secret Merchandising team ensures that we have the right products, in the right place, at the right time and in the right quantities. This role is responsible for maximising the profitability of each line working closely with the planning side of the merchandising team, DC and retail team.

You will be…

• Track inventory orders end to end from supplier into the Distribution Centre and then out to both retail and digital channels
• Manage allocation plans end to end for your Brand, reviewing intake to support planning
• Determine the appropriate balance of stock levels between retail and digital by setting targets and monitoring sales to drive growth
• Participate in seasonal tiering and grading analysis to support width and depth of stock through our brands
• Support space changes within our retail fleet by assisting the team to make astute decisions, meet deadlines, sales targets, and VM requirements
• Use relevant analysis and reporting to optimise inventory flow within the DC
• Engage with different stakeholders across the business to understand the sizing strategy we offer to our customers
• Assist the team to prepare for Monday trade meetings
• Provide weekly stock availability reporting to the wider business
• Engage in store visits with the agility to react to business needs where required

Your talent…

• Desire to work in a fast-paced retail environment
• Aware this role requires working as part of a team and also as an individual on different tasks and projects
• Experience using Excel

What we can do for you…

• 25% off a huge selection of Next, Lipsy, GAP and Victoria’s Secret products & 10% off most partner brands & up to 15% off Branded Beauty
• Hot deals and exclusive offers from over 3,500 retailers through Perks At Work
• We recognise hard work with our company performance-based bonus
• Life Assurance
• Digital GP Service for help at home
• Lesson the impact with our Annual Travel Card Loan
• Never miss a package and with Direct to Desk delivery
• Bag a bargain at our sample sales
• Hybrid & flexible working across the business to support your work-life balance
• Learn, develop and grow with our personal development plans
• Join in the fun with our year-round office events

Diversity & Inclusion

At Lipsy Group we recognise that our differences are what make us who we are. We want people to want to work for us and be their true selves. We are dedicated to attracting and developing a talent team, and recognise that all unique backgrounds and experiences contribute to our future success.

We want to create an inclusive and inspiring environment where individuals feel valued and respected, and where people can achieve their full potential and be their very best, whoever they are.

Wellbeing

We believe that wellbeing is having the opportunity to achieve your full potential, cope with day to day pressures, be productive and thrive in all aspects of your life. We encourage a culture that promotes and enables us all to achieve positive wellbeing, by focusing on mental, physical and financial health.

ABOUT US

We don’t just sell products...we sell experiences.

Although Victoria’s Secret is primarily known for lingerie, beauty products and accessories, our brand extends much further. Together with the Victoria’s Secret PINK brand we have come to represent an aspirational lifestyle — a way of life with lots of fun along the way. We help customers feel empowered and comfortable and offer the best bra fit experience on the high street. Join us and be part of one of the most iconic brands in the world.