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At Piglet in Bed, we're on a mission to become the home of long-lasting, natural comfort.Dreamt up in 2017 from our Founder Jess’ Mother’s garden shed in West Sussex, Piglet in Bed began with a simple idea: the best homes aren’t perfect, they’re personal. What started as a small collection of linen bedding has grown to include new fabrics and unmistakably ‘Piglet’ designs, complemented by our curated selection of sleepwear and homewares. But one thing hasn’t changed: our focus on the incredible team who make Piglet happen. As our team grows, we still like to keep the calendar full of socials, competitions, and chances to see each other. Teamwork is at the heart of everything we do, so we're very excited that you're considering joining us!
The Role
As an Assistant Merchandiser at Piglet in Bed, you'll work closely with our Merchandising and Buying team. You’ll support the day-to-day running of the merchandising function - from managing intake and purchase orders, to analysing sales and maintaining our systems. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who loves the detail, thrives on ownership, and wants to develop their merchandising career within a fast-paced, purpose-led brand.
Hours:Full-time
Location:Hybrid working - with a minimum of 3 days/week in our London office
Whatyou’ll be getting up to
* You'll monitor our product performance, finding best sellers and suggesting how we can maximise their potential.
* You'll manage the stock ordering process, reaching weekly stock targets and planning appropriately for key periods in the year.
* You’ll manage the pre-order process, identifying high-potential products for pre-order, managing stock levels, working with the e-commerce team to accurately reflect this on site and communicating to the wider business.
* You'll plan orders and manage them after approval, challenging supply base to deliver to target dates and order quantities.
* You'll track supplier lead-times to support accurate stock management,considering channel priorities across our websites, stores and partners.
* You'llhighlight the risks, opportunities and plans forproductavailabilityinweeklyStakeholder trade meetings.
Data & Analysis
* You'll prepare reporting on key trade and product metrics, highlighting to line manager appropriate actions to ensure targets are met.
* You'll identify areas of product underperformance and implement strategies to address these.
* You'll support the Merchandiser on developing in-depth product analysis for all of our products.
* You'll prepare and communicate lessons learnt analysis to support and influence the category strategy.
* You'll forecast the sales performance of new products with our Product team.
* You'll support the management of new product range delivery, minimising any risks to delivering our sales targets.
Operations
* You'll work alongside the Merchandising Admin Assistant & logistics team to monitor incoming POs, ensuring that they're accurate,added to teamtrackers, and updating the team with any changes.
About you
* You'll have previous experience in a merchandising or planning team (or strong internship/graduate-level exposure) within retail or consumer goods.
* You're highly organised with strong attention to detail - you love systems, spreadsheets, and keeping everything in order.
* You're confident with numbers and comfortable using Excel and data tools to spot trends and support planning.
* You're proactive and solutions-oriented, with the ability to juggle multiple priorities and work to deadlines.
* As thego-to person for stock queries, you'll be ateam player who thrives in a collaborative, fast-moving environment.
* Previous experience in a Merchandising Administrative role.
Why Piglet in Bed?
* We’re proud to pay theUK Living Wage, a voluntary measure we’re taking to make sure our salaries meet our employees real, everyday needs.
* Our flexible working scheme aims to prioritise your work-life balance, allowing for flexible start and finish times.
* We offer a generous 50% discount on our products,and plenty of treats throughout the year (birthdays, anniversaries, 'Piglet of the Month'and product sweepstakes)
* Piglet in Bed offers 33 days of holiday annually, alongside 2 paid days for volunteering.
* We offer a rewards & recognition platform where you can get discounts with 100s of retailers, along with a full employee assistance programme and 24/7 GP access.
* With our onsite bike storage and shower facilities, Piglet are excited to offer team members access to our cycle to work scheme.
What’snext?
If this sounds like the role for you, apply now by submitting your CV and cover letter!
Your personality is way more important to us than perfect grammar, so please consider not using AI in your application – we just want to get to know the authentic you!
All applicants musthave the right to work in the UK as Piglet in Bed are unable to sponsor or transfer any visa applications at this time.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
* Employment type
Part-time
Job function
* Job function
Marketing and Sales
* Industries
Retail
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