Merchandising Assistant
| Job Type | Permanent |
| Location | City Of Manchester, Greater Manchester |
| Area | North West, UK |
| Sector | Retail Head Office - Merchandising |
| Salary | Up to GBP25000.00 per annum + Benefits |
| Currency | GBP |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Advertiser | Zachary Daniels |
| Job Ref | BBBH37431_1790176027 |
- Description
Merchandising Assistant | Homewares Business | Greater Manchester
A brand new exciting opportunity has arisen for a Merchandising Assistant to join a fast-paced and commercially focused team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to develop a career within merchandising, offering exposure across sales, stock, product and wider commercial activity.
You'll work closely with the wider merchandising team, providing day-to-day administrative and analytical support and helping to ensure the business has the right product available at the right time.
This is a great opportunity to join a collaborative environment where there is plenty of opportunity to learn, develop and take on additional responsibility as your experience grows.
Key Responsibilities
Support the Merchandising team with day-to-day administrative and analytical tasks
Maintain accurate product, sales, stock and pricing information
Assist with purchase orders, stock movements and delivery tracking
Monitor sales, stock and intake, highlighting any issues or discrepancies
Produce regular sales, stock and trading reports
Assist with critical path management and key deadlines
Liaise with internal teams and external suppliers to resolve queries
Support preparation for trade and commercial meetings
Assist with promotional, pricing and markdown activity
Carry out ad hoc analysis to support commercial decision-making
Help ensure stock is available in line with business requirements
Maintain accurate records and ensure all systems are kept up to date
About You
A degree in a relevant field (e.g. Fashion Merchandising, Business, Retail Management or equivalent experience)
Previous experience in a retail, merchandising, buying, or supply chain environment is preferred (including placements/internships)
Commercially curious with an interest in retail and merchandising
Strong Excel skills, including XLOOKUPs and Pivot Tables
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Confident communicator with good relationship-building skills
Proactive, positive and keen to learn
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