Senior Assistant Merchandiser

Michael Page; Manchester; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fashion retailer in Manchester is seeking a Senior Assistant Merchandiser to monitor sales performance and assist with stock management. The ideal candidate must have experience or education in merchandising, a strong ability to analyze data, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel. This position offers a competitive salary of approximately £28,000 to £30,000 per annum, along with opportunities for career growth and discounts on company products. Join a supportive team in a convenient location near transport links.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Permanent position with opportunities for career growth

Discount on company products

Convenient location near transport links

Supportive work environment in the Fashion industry

Qualifications

• Experience or education in merchandising, retail, or a related field.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data effectively.
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Excel and other relevant software tools.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• The ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and meeting deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Monitor all best & worst selling lines on a weekly basis.
• Work within the WSSI for re-forecasting & updating actualised sales.
• Report into the Merchandiser to assist in trading and planning.
• Monitor and arrange Store to store transfers to maximise on sales opportunities.
• Generate list of Bestsellers on a weekly basis.
• Administer old and current stock for stores, and propose markdowns.
• Create and update Stock Availability report for the Internet and present recommendations.
• Monitor warehouse activity to ensure appropriate inventory levels.
• Analyse product performance at section level where expected sales is not achieved.
• Manage stock returns into the business at the end of each season.
• Provide store performance analysis, outlining best and worst performing stores.
• Upload price changes into the system.
• Set up and update Year to Date report, providing sales information.

Skills

Analytical skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

Experience or education in merchandising, retail, or a related field

Job description

Senior Assistant Merchandiser

Monitor all best & worst selling lines on a weekly basis. Work within the WSSI for re-forecasting & updating actualised sales.

Client Details

A Fantastic opportunity for an Senior Assistant Merchandiser to join a store & ecommerce retailer who sell stylish fashion in the Manchester area. As a business they have been trading for over 30 years, selling through a number of channels including, stores, outlets, concession and ecommerce. They benefit from their head office close to public transport.

Description

• Monitor all best & worst selling lines on a weekly basis
• Work within the WSSI for re-forecasting & updating actualised sales
• Directly report into the Merchandiser to assist in trading and planning.
• Monitor and arrange Store to store transfers to maximise on sales opportunities
• Generating list of Bestsellers on a weekly basis
• Administer old and current stock for stores, and propose markdowns
• Creating and updating Stock Availability report for the Internet and present recommendations for needed actions
• Monitoring warehouse activity to make sure appropriate inventory level is maintained
• Analysing product performance at section level, where expected sales is not achieved
• Managing stock returns into the business at the end of each season
• Providing store performance analysis, outlining best and worst performing stores
• Uploading price changes into the system
• Setting up and updating Year to Date report, provide sales information about products

Profile

• Experience or education in merchandising, retail, or a related field.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data effectively.
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Excel and other relevant software tools.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• The ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and meeting deadlines.

Job Offer

• A competitive salary of approximately £28000 to £30,000 per annum.
• Permanent position with opportunities for career growth.
• Discount on company products.
• Convenient location in Bury, close to transport links.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment in the Fashion industry.

If you are enthusiastic about advancing your career as an Assistant Merchandiser in Manchester, we encourage you to apply today