*Talent Pool* Merchandising Admin Assistant

BODEN; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fashion retailer is seeking a Merchandising Admin Assistant to provide administrative support to the Product team. The successful candidate will manage purchase orders, review stock intake, and report on stock availability. Candidates should be passionate about merchandising, have strong analytical skills, and proficiency in Excel. This position is part of a talent pool for future vacancies, based in Greater London for 3-4 days a week.

Qualifications

• Passionate about a career in merchandising.
• Highly analytical with attention to detail.
• Some retail or administrative experiences.

Responsibilities

• Manage Purchase Order and approval process.
• Review Stock Intake against plans.
• Provide weekly stock availability reporting.
• Support Monday trade reporting.
• Maintain data accuracy across systems.
• Manage PO process efficiently.
• Build cross-functional relationships.

Skills

Excel

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Time management

Multitasking

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Stylish, grounded, uplifting - these values live through everything we do at Boden. Without the collaboration, honesty and friendship between our teams, we wouldn't be where we are today. We curate a world of beauty that's ethical, inclusive - and importantly - good fun. We inspire you to live your best life. We are Boden.

This position is part of our TALENT POOL programme for future MAA vacancies (of which we frequently hire) and is not an active role.

Overview

As a Merchandising Admin Assistant at Boden you will be responsible for providing admin support to the Product team to help maximise the sales and profits for your area through intake and delivery management, ensuring our stock is in the right place at the right time. You will also support your team by providing thoughtful and accurate analysis and reporting.

Location: 3-4 days per week based at our North Acton Office.

What You Will Do

• Manage Purchase Order and approval process.
• Review Stock Intake against plans.
• Provide weekly stock availability reporting.
• Support Monday trade reporting.
• Being keepers of data accuracy across systems.
• Management of PO process from raising, checking and issuing, all in a timely and efficient manner.
• Build cross-functional relationships across Design, Product Merchandising, Product Development & Garment Tech.
• Other ad hoc duties as requested.

What We Are Looking For

• Passionate about a career in merchandising.
• Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
• Highly analytical with attention to detail.
• Experience of being part of a team.
• Some retail or administrative experiences.
• Clear communication skills.
• Good problem-solving skills.
• Great time management.
• Ability to multitask.
• Ability to work independently.