Merchandising Assistant (Entry Level)

Office Angels; Guildford; Hybrid; GBP 24,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting entry-level opportunity awaits in the dynamic world of merchandising! This role is perfect for graduates eager to kickstart their careers in a thriving ecommerce business. As a Merchandising Assistant, you will work closely with a collaborative team, managing purchase orders, collaborating with suppliers, and analyzing data to support seasonal planning. Enjoy a supportive environment with growth opportunities, hybrid working, and fantastic perks like 25 days holiday and staff discounts. If you're passionate about retail and ready to learn, this could be the perfect fit for you!

Benefits

25 days holiday

Pension

Summer Hours

Staff Discounts

Monthly Social Events

Growth Opportunities

Qualifications

• Eager graduates with a passion for retail and numbers are encouraged to apply.
• Strong organisational and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchase orders and collaborate with suppliers for smooth delivery.
• Maintain documentation and analyze data for seasonal planning.

Skills

Retail experience

Numeracy skills

Intermediate Excel knowledge

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Education

Relevant degree or business qualification

Tools

Excel

Job description

Merchandising Assistant (Entry Level Role)

Are you a graduate eager to start your career in the fast-paced world of merchandising? Do you have a passion for retail and a talent for working with numbers? This could be the perfect role for you!

Central Guildford (Walking Distance from the station)

Paying up to £24-25K PLUS 25 days holiday +BH, Pension, Summer Hours, Staff Discounts, Monthly Social Events, Hybrid Working, Growth Opportunities & SO MUCH MORE!!!

Monday - Friday (09:00AM - 5:30PM)

Interviewing ASAP!

Overview:

An exciting opportunity to join a successful ecommerce business based in the heart of Guildford!

As a Merchandising Assistant, you will be joining a collaborative Buying and Merchandising team, supporting with the key business functions, these include:

Responsibilities:

1. Manage purchase orders and intake processes.
2. Collaborate with suppliers and ensure delivery schedules run smoothly.
3. Maintain accurate documentation and analyse data for seasonal planning.
4. Help the team prepare for weekly trading and stock purchasing.

This is a fantastic chance to gain hands-on experience, learn from an experienced team, and build a strong foundation for your career!

Skills/Experience Required:

1. Retail experience (store or head office) and commercial awareness.
2. Numeracy skills with intermediate Excel knowledge (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs).
3. A relevant degree or business qualification (ideal but not essential).
4. Strong organisational and communication skills.

If this sounds like you, don't wait - apply today! Or, if you know someone who might be a great fit, feel free to share this opportunity.

Click "Apply" or contact Annie Hollidge at [e-mail] for more information.

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