Merchandising Admin & Stock Allocation Specialist

Oliver Bonas; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount up to 50%

Optima Health – 24/7 EAP

Flexible holiday 30–35 days

Profit-related bonus

Onsite gym

Cycle to work

Refer a Friend incentive

Quarterly free lunch

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion network

Mental Health First Aider support

360L eLearning

Job summary

Oliver Bonas is hiring a Merchandising Administrative Assistant for a 12-month fixed term contract. The role focuses on maximising sales through stock allocation, and providing sales analysis and admin support to the Merchandising team.

Based at the Tolworth Support Office, you will work a hybrid pattern with three days in the office and two days home working per week, and flexibility on working arrangements. You will engage with cross-functional teams to ensure stock is managed effectively.

Qualifications

• Business or merchandising degree desirable
• Previous administrative experience advantageous
• Willingness to learn
• Previous retail experience and genuine interest in the industry
• IT literate with Intermediate/Advanced Microsoft Office skills – Word/Excel/PowerPoint
• Excellent analytical and numerical skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

• Set up allocation plans accurately to ensure store minimums and stock coverage
• Utilise system functions to manage stock levels effectively
• Complete weekly optimisations to maximise sales and reduce risk
• Manage warehouse stock across locations including returns
• Ensure timely allocation of stock to new/refurbished stores and maintain build timelines
• Provide admin support and communicate changes to the wider business
• Report on trade and provide improvement suggestions
• Analyze store grading and profiles for decision making
• Attend critical path/shipping meetings to confirm delivery quantities and deadlines
• Maintain key documents and intake information
• Deliver timely information to stakeholders and respond to store queries
• Visit stores and collaborate with teams to address concerns

Skills

Analytical skills

Numerical skills

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Education

Business or merchandising degree desirable

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Oliver Bonas is hiring a Merchandising Administrative Assistant for a 12-month fixed term contract. The role focuses on maximising sales through stock allocation, and providing sales analysis and admin support to the Merchandising team.

Based at the Tolworth Support Office, you will work a hybrid pattern with three days in the office and two days home working per week, and flexibility on working arrangements. You will engage with cross-functional teams to ensure stock is managed effectively.