Do you have experience as a Merchandising Admin Assistant?
Are you a numerate and detail-oriented individual with a strong passion for the fashion industry?
Our client is seeking an Assistant Merchandiser to join their dynamic and ever-growing team. As a key member of the team you will support their buying office; you will play a vital role in ensuring their global sales plans are achieved through effective planning, strategic analysis, stock management, and the execution of strategic activities.
What You'll Do:
- Assist the Merchandising team in reaching seasonal sales and profit targets based on the business plan.
- Collaborate with the Buying team to curate merchandise ranges tailored to customer profiles in different regions, providing recommendations for improvements to maximise sales and profit potential.
- Utilise weekly departmental performance analysis to proactively trade your assigned area and optimise profits, under the guidance of the Merchandiser.
- Forecast sales and intake on the department's WSSI (Weekly, Sales, Stock, and Intake) and ensure the continuity business aligns with the overall merchandising strategy.
- Work closely with the retail team to ensure timely deliveries and optimal stock levels.
- Deputise for the Merchandiser in various trading and planning meetings, both internally and externally.
- Cultivate strong vendor relationships to leverage trading opportunities.
- Foster clear communication within your team to ensure alignment and clarity, working collaboratively towards department goals.
- Prepare weekly reports, delivering insightful analysis to inform the team and wider business strategy.
- Assist in the planning process by providing analysis for range planning, ensuring alignment with top-line strategies.
- Coordinate seasonal markdowns and monitor stock transfers and RTV agreements to meet closing stock targets.
- Manage and develop any MAAs (Merchandising Administration Assistants) on your team.
- Provide on-the-job coaching and identify training opportunities.
- Monitor and review the performance of your reports, including conducting and presenting their appraisals.
What You'll Bring:
- A numerate individual with strong analytical skills.
- Advanced Excel knowledge is essential.
- A team player who can foster relationships with both internal and external teams for personal and business development.
- A keen eye for detail and exceptional organisational skills, working to a high level of accuracy.
- Proactive, with a strong ability to use initiative.
- An excellent work ethic with the ability to multitask effectively.
- A professional individual with excellent communication skills.
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