Senior Assistant Merchandiser

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

Job summary

A leading fashion group in the UK is seeking a Senior Assistant Merchandiser to join their dynamic team in Manchester. The role involves supporting critical trading decisions and driving stock efficiency across multiple categories. Ideal candidates will have proven merchandising experience and exceptional analytical skills, with a strong commercial mindset. This position offers an excellent opportunity for career advancement within a successful and innovative organization.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in merchandising, either as an Assistant Merchandiser or MAA.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Highly organized and proactive.

Responsibilities

• Lead Monday trade reporting, analyzing sales and identifying risks.
• Forecast sales and manage stock flow processes.
• Support and mentor the Merchandising Admin Assistant.

Skills

Numerical Skills

Analytical Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication

Ability to Work Cross-functionally

Tools

Excel

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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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