Womenswear Assistant Merchandiser - 12-Month FTC

Selfridges; England; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Selfridges is seeking an Assistant Merchandiser for Womenswear on a 12-month FTC. You will monitor supplier commitment, manage stock levels across stores and the distribution center, and provide weekly and seasonal reporting to support buyers and Merchandisers.

The role requires strong numeracy, systems literacy (Retek, Excel, RMS, RPM), excellent communication, and a collaborative approach to maximise sell-through and stock availability.

Qualifications

• Experience at an Assistant Merchandiser level.
• Strong numerical and analytical abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Organised with high attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Review stock levels by store with the Allocator’s assistance and make key recommendations.
• Oversee the system for re-ordering continuity product.
• Maintain and monitor stock levels at the DC and take action where necessary.
• Collaborate with Retail Operations regarding any stock queries.
• Analyse OTB strategies and make recommendations regarding commitment, escalating all OTB issues to the lead Merchandiser where appropriate.
• Forge strong relationships with brand partners.
• Identify stock issues and negotiate stock actions with suppliers.
• Provide weekly, seasonal and ad-hoc reports.
• Maintain knowledge of Retek, Excel, RMS and RPM to assess stock levels.
• Proactively identify opportunities for transfer of stock and oversee allocation process.
• Oversee model stock and replenishment from the DC.
• Assist the Merchandiser in updating and maintaining the WSSI.
• Provide tailored FP analysis for buyers, highlighting key points.
• Assist the Merchandiser in the OTB, planning, and phasing process.
• Coordinate and manage sale set up and execution; be the main contact for Retail Operations.
• Manage markdowns and stock into sale with LY and plan.
• Manage the RTV process from start to finish.
• Manage the Allocator’s workload, priorities and development.

Skills

Organisational skills

Numerical & analytical

Systems literacy

Communication skills

Team player

Attention to detail

Tools

Retek

Excel

RMS

RPM

Job description

Selfridges is seeking an Assistant Merchandiser for Womenswear on a 12-month FTC. You will monitor supplier commitment, manage stock levels across stores and the distribution center, and provide weekly and seasonal reporting to support buyers and Merchandisers.

The role requires strong numeracy, systems literacy (Retek, Excel, RMS, RPM), excellent communication, and a collaborative approach to maximise sell-through and stock availability.