Assistant Merchandiser
| Job Type | Permanent |
| Location | Ashton-Under-Lyne, Greater Manchester |
| Area | North West, UK |
| Sector | Retail Head Office - Merchandising |
| Salary | GBP32000.00 - GBP36000.00 per annum + Benefits |
| Currency | GBP |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Advertiser | Zachary Daniels |
| Job Ref | BBBH34915_1762941239 |
- Description
Assistant Merchandiser | Manchester | £32,000 - £36,000 | Benefits | Retail & Ecommerce | Global
This is an exciting opportunity to join one of the biggest lifestyle and performance brands, known for having a bold bold vision, and exceptional product.
As Assistant Merchandiser, you'll play a pivotal role within a high-performing product team, supporting key trading decisions, optimising stock flow, and driving commercial performance across multiple categories.
You'll work closely with Buying, Ecommerce, Marketing, and Logistics, gaining exposure across the full product lifecycle, from planning through to post-season analysis.What You'll Be Doing:
Lead the creation of Monday trade reports, providing sharp weekly insights that highlight risks, uncover opportunities, and influence trading decisions.
Deliver ad hoc analysis to support more data-driven, strategic choices across the wider business.
Manage line cards, forecasting, and sales/stock planning, driving smarter buy suggestions and ensuring the right product hits the right place at the right time.
Oversee intake versus plan, balancing freight budgets, supplier timelines, and seasonal constraints.
Own the stock ordering process - from raising POs to managing delivery schedules and coordinating barcodes.
Support the Senior Merchandiser in building seasonal reporting packs and post-season reviews, delivering actionable insights and recommendations.
Mentor and support the Merchandising Admin Assistant, helping to develop future merchandising talent.
Build strong, trusted relationships across Buying, Ecommerce, Logistics, and Marketing - you'll be right at the centre of the action.
What You'll Bring:
Proven experience in merchandising, either already at Assistant level or ready to step up from MAA.
A commercial mindset with strong analytical and numerical skills.
Advanced Excel skills: vlookups, pivot tables, and confident data manipulation.
Highly organised, detail-driven, and proactive in managing workload and priorities.
A confident communicator who collaborates effectively across teams.
Passionate about product, performance, and growth and ready to make an impact in a fast-paced, high-performance environment.
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