Assistant Merchandiser - Fashion Analytics & Range Planning

Fashion & Retail Personnel; East London; On-site; ZAR 654 000 - 771 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fashion retailer based in South Africa is seeking an organised and analytical Assistant Merchandiser. This role is crucial for ensuring the right products are available at the right time. Responsibilities include supporting the seasonal merchandising strategy, managing stock reports, and conducting market analysis. The ideal candidate will possess strong numerical and analytical skills, experience in merchandising or related roles, and a passion for fashion. Exceptional benefits such as a staff discount and private pension scheme are offered.

Benefits

40% staff discount

Access to a reward platform for discounts

Private pension scheme

Virtual GP access

Life assurance policy

Extra leave holiday scheme

Enhanced family leave policies

Qualifications

• Strong numerical, analytical, and Excel skills with excellent attention to detail.
• A proactive, organised, and collaborative team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment.
• Commerce awareness and a passion for fashion retail.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the Merchandiser in delivering the seasonal merchandising strategy.
• Managing weekly sales, stock, and intake reports.
• Analysing product performance and assisting in forecasting.
• Creating and maintaining merchandising documents.
• Liaising with cross-functional teams for smooth product flow.
• Monitoring deliveries and ensuring stock levels meet targets.
• Conducting competitor research and supporting market/trend analysis.
• Preparing trade reports and presenting insights.

Skills

Numerical skills

Analytical skills

Excel skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Commercial awareness

Multitasking

Job description

A leading fashion retailer based in South Africa is seeking an organised and analytical Assistant Merchandiser. This role is crucial for ensuring the right products are available at the right time. Responsibilities include supporting the seasonal merchandising strategy, managing stock reports, and conducting market analysis. The ideal candidate will possess strong numerical and analytical skills, experience in merchandising or related roles, and a passion for fashion. Exceptional benefits such as a staff discount and private pension scheme are offered.