Assistant Merchandiser - Fashion Brand

TRP RECRUITMENT; East London; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 40 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fashion brand is seeking an Assistant Merchandiser to support the merchandising team in East London. The successful candidate will manage stock reports, contribute to strategy discussions, and coordinate product logistics. This role requires a detail-oriented individual with advanced Excel skills and a passion for fashion.

Qualifications

• Experience at MAA or Assistant Merchandiser level within the fashion industry.

Responsibilities

• Oversee production of stock and sales reports.
• Contribute to seasonal strategy discussions using sales data.
• Coordinate product transfers and stock locations.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Time Management

Attention to Detail

Job description

A rare and exciting opportunity has arisen to join this thriving fashion brand as an Assistant 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 an Assistant Merchandiser level or a MAA 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 MAA 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