Merchandise Assistant - Friends like These

Next; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company is looking for a Merchandise Assistant to join their dynamic team in Greater London. The role involves ensuring products are delivered on time, analyzing sales data, and collaborating with suppliers to optimize product ranges. Ideal candidates will have strong analytical skills and a keen understanding of market trends.

Benefits

25% off various brands and products

Performance-based bonus

Life Assurance

Flexible working arrangements

Personal development plans

Qualifications

• Experience in a merchandising or allocation role.
• Strong analytical skills with a proficiency in Excel.
• Ability to manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Managing product delivery timelines and liaising with suppliers.
• Analyzing sales trends to maximize profitability.
• Collaborating with the buying team to optimize product ranges.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excel proficiency

Team collaboration

Trend analysis

Job description

Merchandise Assistant - Friends like These

Next Greater London, England, United Kingdom

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Recruiting exceptional talent to join Lipsy, Next Beauty, GAP JV & Brands

Location | Head Office, Tottenham Court Road, London

Working style | Hybrid

About the Job

Without our Merchandisers, there would be no product in our stores and on our website! The 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 buying team and suppliers to plan and build our fabulous product ranges.

You will be…

• The guardian of the critical path liaising with suppliers ensuring it is up to date to ensure stock is delivered in a timely manner
• Identifying trends and reviewing sales performance for your department categories
• Building relationships with our suppliers and be the go to person for any queries around stock intake
• Supporting your Assistant Merchandiser and Merchandiser with collating sales reporting and general admin and analysis
• Collaborating with the buying department on your category, working with the Buying Assistant to drive forward trade
• Previous experience within a similar merchandising or allocation role
• Strong analytical skills and a love of Excel - spreadsheets are the one!
• Strong team ethos – working together and building excellent relationships with your team along with all other key partnerships.
• Comfortable working n a fast paced environment
• An awareness of high street, catwalk and competitor key trends.
• The ability to manage your own time.
• Retail/store experience would be beneficial

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
• Join our Next Sharesave Scheme
• 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
• Enjoy more time with friends and family with Early Bank Holiday finishes
• 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.

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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Product Management, Marketing, and Administrative

• Industries

  Retail, Retail Apparel and Fashion, and International Trade and Development

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