Retail Assistant Merchandiser

REGATTA; Urmston; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit Share

Pension

Annual Leave 25 days

Discounts

On-site Parking

Canteen with Starbucks

Cycle to Work

Gym Discounts

Shower Facilities

Job summary

Regatta Group is seeking an experienced Retail Assistant Merchandiser to own stock management, analyse performance data and drive profitable sales across our growing brands. This role focuses on category performance, range planning, and stock control within a dynamic retail environment.

You will monitor stock performance, manage replenishment, and support forecasting decisions while building strong relationships with supply chain teams.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years experience in retail merchandising.
• A minimum of one year's experience as a Senior Assistant Merchandiser.
• Good understanding of merchandising best practice.
• Basic knowledge of supply chain processes.
• Experience with data/analytics to support business decisions.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Proactive, can-do problem-solving approach.

Responsibilities

• Produce category performance analysis and recommendations to maximise sales and profitability.
• Create and maintain range plans in line with merchandising strategy.
• Manage stock intake/exit plans across your area and monitor stock performance.
• Optimise stock turnover by managing replenishment settings.
• Analyse sales and stock data to adjust range plans and orders.
• Prepare weekly trading information for forecasting and planning.
• Oversee distribution of weekly and monthly sales reports.
• Produce analysis on promotions and products to inform decisions.
• Identify and resolve supply chain issues and delays.
• Collaborate with operations and supply chain teams to execute plans.

Job description

Are you an experienced Retail Assistant Merchandiser ready for your next challenge?

Looking for a role where you can take ownership of stock management, analyse performance data and help drive profitable sales across a growing retail business?

If so, we have an exciting opportunity for a Retail Assistant Merchandiser to join our Merchandising team!

The Impact you will have in this role is:

• Produce category performance analysis and make recommendations to maximise sales and profitability.
• Create and maintain range plans in line with merchandising strategy.
• Manage store grading, stock intake and stock exit plans across your area.
• Monitor stock performance and take action to optimise sales and availability.
• Manage replenishment settings and ensure stock is turned on and off appropriately throughout the season.
• Analyse sales and stock performance and recommend changes to range plans and orders.
• Prepare weekly trading information to support forecasting and planning decisions.
• Oversee the distribution of weekly and monthly sales reports.
• Produce analysis on promotions and products to support informed decision-making.
• Identify and resolve supply chain issues and delays.
• Build strong relationships with operational and supply chain teams to ensure plans are executed effectively.
• Support the wider Merchandising team and deputise for the Merchandiser when required.

A full job description outlining all deliverables and requirements for the above can be found attached to the advert on our careers page.

As our future Retail Assistant Merchandiser you will have:

• At least 2 year experience in Retail merchandising experience
• A minimum of one year's experience as a Senior Assistant Merchandiser
• A good understanding of merchandising best practice.
• Basic knowledge of supply chain processes.
• Experience working with data and analytics to support business decisions.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• A proactive, can-do approach to problem-solving.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel

We can offer you:

• Profit Share Bonus: Enjoy a discretionary bonus based on the company's success.
• Future-Proof Pension: Secure your retirement with our comprehensive pension plan.
• Annual Leave: 25 days starting annual leave entitlement
• Buy More Leave: Buy up to an additional 3 days of annual leave every year
• Exclusive Discounts: Get special discounts across all our brands.
• Perks at Your Fingertips: Access a variety of benefits through our company website.
• Loyalty Rewards: Earn an extra day off for every 3 years of service, up to 2 additional days.
• Family Support: Benefit from enhanced Maternity & Paternity schemes after 2 years of service.
• Celebrate You: Take advantage of birthday hours to celebrate your special day.
• Wellness Walks: Join company walks to stay active and connect with colleagues.
• Inspiring Workspace: Work in a state-of-the-art Head Office environment.
• Volunteer Day: Enjoy a paid day off to give back to your community.
• Hassle-Free Parking: Free, secure on-site parking for all employees.
• Delicious Dining: Enjoy meals at our subsidized canteen, featuring Starbucks coffee.
• Cycle to Work: Save on travel with our cycle-to-work scheme.
• Fitness Perks: Access discounted gym memberships at various locations.
• Convenient Facilities: Freshen up with our on-site shower facilities, complete with hairdryers and straighteners.

Our Regatta Family:

The Regatta Group supplies quality outdoor clothing and accessories through our 3 great brands - Regatta, Craghoppers and Dare2b - whether exploring the Amazon rainforest, walking your dog in the local park or cycling the Tour de France, we have what you need.

It's a friendly, supportive family business - a place where bakers, dog walkers, book worms, students, parents, travellers, movie buffs, foodies, festival goers, musicians and more come together to create experiences our customers really appreciate.

The thing we all have in common, is that we share the same core values of Great Relationships and Entrepreneurial Spirit.

Our investment in the environment:

Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do, and you will have the opportunity to support our Group wide sustainability committee and put ideas into action and really make a difference to the world we live in!

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:

At Regatta Group, we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from all backgrounds. Should you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, we are happy to support you.

Take the leap-join us in making a difference, both for our team and the world around us!

Bonus, Pension, 25 days Annual Leave, Company Walks, Volunteer Day, Free Parking, Enhanced Maternity & Paternity, Discounts, Inspiring Offices