Trainee Merchandiser / Merchandising Admin Assistant
Greater Manchester | £24,000 - £26,000 | Fashion, Footwear & Accessories
This is a brilliant opportunity for someone at the very start of their merchandising career, or currently in a BAA or MAA role. You will be hungry to learn, get hands-on, and build a long-term future in fashion retail.
This role is ideal for someone who loves detail, numbers, sales, and commercial thinking. If you're excited by tracking performance, understanding profit, and becoming an Excel whizz, this is where it all begins. You'll sit at the heart of the business, acting as the backbone to the Buying and Design teams while learning how product, stock, and sales all connect.
The Role:
You'll support the merchandising team with the day-to-day running of the department, gaining exposure to trading, reporting, stock management, and range performance. Working closely with Buying, Supply Chain, Warehouses, and Stores, you'll develop a strong understanding of the full product lifecycle. From planning and purchase orders through to delivery and sell-through.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Own all departmental administrative and data-led tasks
2. Update daily and weekly sales reports, ensuring accuracy and insight
3. Prepare Monday trade packs alongside the Buying and Merchandising teams
4. Analyse best sellers, slow movers, s...