Job Description
We are working with a reputable premium brand who are looking for a talented Assistant Merchandiser to support their teams across womenswear and menswear.
You will be supporting in the management of the end-to-end process of the critical path along with ensuring strong communication with suppliers and PO management as well as supporting the merchandising function with analysis to ensure a balanced and commercial range.
This role would suit someone currently working at a Senior Allocator level or current Assistant Merchandiser who is ambitious, organised and a great team player.
This role offers hybrid working.
Main responsibilities will include:
- Support in the management of the department critical path with the cross functional counterparts to ensure timely delivery of the product.
- Managing shipment approvals (checking ex-factory dates are on time, volume discrepancies, gold seal inspections completed, packing lists entered)
- Daily communication with suppliers, factories, agents/ mills as well as liaison with internal departments.
- Flagging any risks or opportunities to Merchandiser/Senior Merchandiser. Making suggestions and offering solutions to production problems.
- Manage barcodes and special tickets requirements with suppliers and the warehouse.
- Supplier analysis for end of season reviews (monitor KPIs)
- Support in managing the option framework ensuring a balanced range for all channels and markets.
- Create necessary trading reports to support global overview of performance weekly/ monthly/ seasonal. Ad hoc.
Person specification:
- Experience at a Senior Allocator level or current Assistant Merchandiser in a fashion environment
- Good communication & time management skills
- Numerate & Analytical, intermediate level on Excel
- Organised with ability to multitask and work under pressure
- Strong in decision-making
- Friendly and a team player!
