Assistant Merchant, International (UK)

Victoria’s Secret & Co.; Reynoldsburg (OH); On-site; USD 67,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Job summary

Victoria’s Secret & Co. is seeking an UK Assistant Merchant to support the UK omnichannel business through management of assortment and buying systems and to help drive the digital strategy.

You will partner with Merchandising, international and digital teams to update assortment strategy, enter data, manage SKUs, coordinate with suppliers, and prepare final orders, while building global communication and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree is required.
• Retail store experience preferred in some capacity.
• Experience in multi-category management, MP&A, or buying preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, ability to adjust for a global audience.
• Observant with attention to product details and numbers.
• Strategic thinking and problem solving.
• Proficiency in Excel required.
• Proactive and solution oriented.
• Strong analytical skills; ability to analyze quantitative data.
• Strong prioritization skills.

Responsibilities

• Support Merchandising team as subject matter expert in system utilization, data entry, and SKU/order management.
• Build relationships with international and digital counterparts to exchange information and updates.
• Contribute to product selection conversations with qualitative and quantitative input.
• Manage assortment data in the assortment tool and maintain accuracy through milestones.
• Drive accuracy of product delivery through timely cross-functional communication and documentation management.
• Assist with design and production coordination.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners to ensure raw material commitments are provided.
• Prepare final orders.
• Serve as the main contact for supplier communication.
• Demonstrate open mindedness and problem-solving skills.
• Explore growth opportunities into other responsibilities and areas (patterning, testing, assortment analysis).

Skills

Analytical skills

Strong written and verbal comms

Prioritization

Problem solving

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Excel

Job description

Why You Belong Here

At Victoria's Secret & Co, you'll join a world-leading specialty retail brand recognized globally for innovation and excellence in lingerie and fashion. You'll work alongside industry leaders to set the standard for what a retail brand can achieve, placing customers at the center of everything we do to create products and experiences that bring them joy.

We believe everyone deserves a place where they truly belong. We celebrate individuality and know that your passion, experience, and unique perspective strengthen our team and business. Here, you'll be empowered to perform, grow, and engage through unmatched opportunities to develop your skills, gain real-world experience, and learn from the best in the business.

Description

Your Role:

The UK Assistant Merchant supports the volume and growth expectations of the UK omnichannel business through comprehensive management and maintenance of assortment/buying systems and facilitates digital strategy execution.

Your Impact

• Supports Merchandising team by being the subject matter expert in areas including, but not limited to: system utilization, data entry, and SKU/order management
• Builds relationships with international and digital counterparts to facilitate exchange of information, best practices, and assortment strategy updates
• Actively contributes to product selection conversations with both qualitative and quantitative based opinions
• Manages assortment data in the assortment tool, tracks changes and maintains accuracy throughout milestones to ensure deliverables are met
• Drives accuracy of product delivery through excellent executions, timely, cross-functional communication, and management of documentation
• Assists with design and production coordination
• Collaborates with cross-functional partners to ensure raw material commitments are provided
• Prepares final orders
• Serves as the main contact for supplier communication
• Consistently demonstrates open mindedness and problem-solving skills
• Additional growth opportunities into other responsibilities and areas of interest (patterning, testing, assortment analysis)

Minimum Salary: $66,700.00

Maximum Salary: $85,785.00

VS&Co provides a range of compensation for this role as shown. Your actual salary will be determined by a number of factors, including: your specific skills and experience, geographic region, or other relevant factors.

Qualifications

Your Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Retail store experience preferred in some capacity
• Experience in multi-category management, MP&A, or buying preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, ability to adjust for a global audience
• Observant with particular attention to product details and numbers
• Strategic thinking and problem solving
• Passion for delivering results while maintaining flexibility
• Proficiency in Excel required
• Proactive and solution oriented
• Strong analytical skills; ability to analyze and understand quantitative data
• Strong prioritization skills

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest records, conviction records, or other criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of any applicable state and local laws. Please see links: California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Philadelphia Fair Chance Law, San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance

An equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate in hiring or terms and conditions of employment because of an individual's race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected category recognized by state, federal or local laws. We only hire individuals authorized for employment in the United States.