Merchandising Admin Assistant (MAA)

Fashion & Retail Personnel; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits at a leading fashion retailer in London! As a Merchandising Admin Assistant, you'll play a vital role in supporting the merchandising department while developing your career in the fashion industry. This position offers a dynamic and creative work environment where you can thrive. You'll assist with stock allocation, liaise with various teams, and analyze sales data to help drive business success. If you're eager to grow in merchandising and have a passion for fashion, this role is perfect for you!

Benefits

Competitive weekly salary

Paid holiday

Dynamic work environment

Qualifications

• Experience in merchandising or allocation roles is preferred.
• Strong IT skills, especially in Excel, are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist merchandising department with administrative tasks.
• Support stock allocation processes and monitor stock progression.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Numerical Skills

Analytical Skills

IT Skills (Excel)

Education

GCSE Maths (Grade C or above)

Tools

Excel (VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables)

Job description

Looking for an opportunity to start a merchandising career with an international leader in the fashion industry?

Exciting Opportunity in a London-Based Fashion Retailer

Join us as a Merchandising Admin Assistant (MAA). We have multiple openings and are seeking candidates who are eager to thrive and advance in their careers.

Minimum Requirements

• Placement or work experience in merchandising or allocation roles
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize
• Excellent numerical, analytical, and interpretive skills
• Above a grade C at GCSE Maths
• Recent relevant head office retail experience
• Strong IT skills, particularly in Excel (including VLOOKUPs and pivot tables)

Main Responsibilities

1. Assist the merchandising department with administrative tasks
2. Support stock allocation processes
3. Liaise with buyers, quality control, and contracts managers to track product status
4. Coordinate with QC teams to chase gold seals
5. Monitor stock progression through manufacturing to meet delivery dates
6. Track sales, stock movements, and identify best sellers
7. Analyze and report on stock levels, markdowns, sales, intake, and margins
8. Create purchase orders and support merchandisers in PO management

Benefits

As a temp, you will receive a competitive weekly salary, paid holiday, and the chance to work in a dynamic, creative retail head office environment.

Interested?

If you meet these requirements and are ready to advance your merchandising career, apply today!