Senior Assistant Merchandiser

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in fashion retail seeks a dynamic Assistant Merchandiser to drive the smooth operations of their Merchandising department. In this role, you will forecast sales, manage stock levels, and collaborate closely with buying teams to ensure the right products are available at the right time. With a strong emphasis on personal development and a vibrant company culture, this position offers an exciting opportunity for those passionate about online retail. Join a team that values authenticity, creativity, and growth, and contribute to a brand that is a leader in the fashion industry.

Benefits

Employee discount

Personal development opportunities

Employee sample sales

Access to LinkedIn learning

25 days paid annual leave

Discretionary bonus scheme

Private medical care

Flexible benefits allowance

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Assistant Merchandiser in fashion retail.
• Strong computer skills, especially in Excel and MS Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the Merchandising department.
• Forecast sales and stock levels to meet targets.
• Collaborate with Buying teams for effective planning.

Skills

Merchandising

Sales Forecasting

Stock Management

Communication Skills

Team Management

Excel

MS Office

Reporting Tools

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About ASOS

ASOS is one of the UK's top fashion and beauty destinations, expanding globally at a rapid pace. Our values are to be authentic, brave, and creative, and we embody these in everything we do. The ASOS Merchandising team ensures that we have the right products, at the right time, in the right place, and in the right quantities. They work closely with the buying teams to plan and build the ranges, taking control of stock levels to maximize profit. Without merchandisers, there would be no stock to sell!

What You’ll be Doing

• Responsible for the smooth running of the day-to-day operations of the Merchandising department.
• Forecasting sales and stock levels to achieve sales plans and margin/profit targets.
• Monitoring department performance, identifying opportunities, and potential risks/losses.
• Collaborating with Buying teams to plan ranges effectively.
• Participating in trade meetings with Heads and Directors.
• Evaluating department operations, focusing on lead times and overall performance.
• Developing and managing Merchandising Administrators to foster their growth.
• Managing the WSSI and supporting trade plans.
• Driving Diversity, Equity & Inclusion strategies to support our culture.

Qualifications

Who We’d Like to Meet...

• Proven experience as an Assistant Merchandiser in a fashion retail business.
• Experience in planning weekly sales, stock, and intake management.
• Confidence to manage and own a category, including participating in weekly trade meetings.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build relationships internally and externally at all levels.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience managing and developing team members (desirable).
• Strong computer skills, especially in Excel and MS Office applications.
• Knowledge of reporting tools is a plus.
• A passion for online retail and love for ASOS.com!

Additional Information

Benefits

• Employee discount (hello ASOS discount!)
• Personal development opportunities through ASOS Develops
• Employee sample sales
• Access to LinkedIn learning materials
• 25 days paid annual leave plus a celebration day
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Private medical care scheme
• Flexible benefits allowance to choose benefits or extra cash

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