Senior Assistant Merchandiser

JR United Kingdom; Manchester; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading fashion group as a Senior Assistant Merchandiser in Manchester. This role involves supporting critical trading decisions, managing stock processes, and building relationships across various teams, all while working in a dynamic and expanding environment. Ideal candidates will have strong merchandising experience and the ability to thrive in a collaborative setting.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in merchandising as either Assistant Merchandiser or MAA.
• Commercial mindset with strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Highly organised, detail-driven and proactive.

Responsibilities

• Lead Monday trade reporting, analysing sales, and influencing action.
• Manage the stock flow process from raising POs to tracking intake.
• Support and mentor the Merchandising Admin Assistant.

Skills

Numerical skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Tools

Excel

Job description

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Client:

Zachary Daniels

Location:

manchester, United Kingdom

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Posted:

27.06.2025

Expiry Date:

11.08.2025

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Job Description:

International Senior Assistant Merchandiser | Manchester | Fashion | £32,000 - £35,000 + benefits
Why This Role, Why Now?

With international expansion well underway, award-winning digital growth, and a stable foundation within one of the UK's most successful fashion groups - this is the perfect place to accelerate your career.
Your Role as the Senior Assistant Merchandiser:

You'll be part of a high-performing product team, supporting critical trading decisions and driving stock efficiency across multiple categories. You'll work alongside experienced merchandisers and buyers, gaining exposure across the full product lifecycle - from planning to post-season analysis.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead Monday trade reporting - analysing sales, identifying risks, and influencing action

• Forecast sales and stock, manage line cards, and support seasonal buy planning

• Manage the stock flow process: from raising POs to tracking intake and delivery

• Monitor freight budgets, supplier timelines, and intake plans

• Deliver ad hoc insight to support commercial teams

• Contribute to post-season analysis and strategic planning

• Support and mentor our Merchandising Admin Assistant

• Build trusted relationships across Buying, Ecommerce, Marketing, and Logistics
  

What You'll Bring:

• Proven experience in merchandising - either as an Assistant Merchandiser or an experienced MAA ready to take the next step

• Commercial mindset with strong numerical and analytical skills

• Comfortable with Excel (Vlookups, Pivot Tables, etc.)

• Highly organised, detail-driven and proactive

• A confident communicator with the ability to work cross-functionally

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