Junior Merchandiser - Fashion Brand

TRP RECRUITMENT; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 250 000 - 350 000; Full time

Job summary

Une marque de mode dynamique recherche un Junior Merchandiser pour rejoindre son équipe. Ce rôle clé implique de soutenir l'équipe de merchandising, de prévoir les ventes et de contribuer à la stratégie commerciale. Le candidat idéal aura une expérience dans le secteur de la mode et des compétences avancées en Excel.

Qualifications

• Expérience au niveau Junior ou Assistant Merchandiser dans l'industrie de la mode.
• Compétences avancées en Excel.
• Capacité à gérer le temps et à prioriser les charges de travail.

Responsibilities

• Superviser la production de rapports de stock et de ventes.
• Contribuer aux discussions stratégiques saisonnières.
• Coordonner les transferts de produits et les échantillons d'expédition.

Skills

Advanced Excel skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Job description

A rare and exciting opportunity has arisen to join this thriving fashion brand as a Junior Merchandiser. You will play a pivotal role in supporting the merchandising team, forecasting sales, identifying opportunities, and creating a strategy across the business.

This role would suit someone currently working at a Junior Merchandiser level or an Assistant Merchandiser ready for their next step, who is ambitious, organised, and passionate about product. Based in East London / Essex, with Friday's working from home.

Main responsibilities will include:

• Oversee the accurate production of weekly, monthly, and seasonal stock and sales reports
• Contribute to seasonal strategy discussions, using sales data to guide product range selections during meetings
• Maintain and update merchandising summaries
• Take ownership of reviews and returns reports, presenting actionable insights to the wider team
• Ensure seamless end-of-season markdowns and price adjustments are reflected online and communicate updates across teams
• Coordinate product transfers, stock locations, and shipment samples, handling write-offs and adjustments as needed
• Support the Commercial Manager in the intake process, liaising with suppliers and partners to ensure timely shipments and accurate delivery schedules
• Serve as a point of contact for commercial trading events, including pop-ups, trade shows, and marketing activations.

Person Specification:

• Experience at Junior or Assistant Merchandiser level within the fashion industry
• Advanced Excel skills
• Exceptional time management and the ability to prioritise workloads in a fast-paced environment
• A sharp eye for accuracy and attention to detail
• A team player who is flexible and thrives in cross-departmental collaboration