Merchandising Assistant | £26,000-£30,000 | Camden
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A brilliant opportunity to start or grow your career in fashion and merchandising.
Join a global, fast-growing brand where you'll gain hands-on experience across merchandising, buying, and e-commerce. Whether you're taking your first step into fashion or have 6-12 months' experience, this role offers real scope to develop and progress.
As a Merchandising Assistant, you'll learn the core principles of how a successful merchandising team operates - from trade analysis and PO management to stock flow and critical path planning. You'll be surrounded by experienced managers with broad retail backgrounds who will support your growth and help you build a strong foundation for your career.
What you'll do:
Core Merchandising Support
Support the merchandising and buying teams by preparing Monday trade reports and other key weekly analysis.
Take ownership of reporting as required by your Merchandiser, providing clear, actionable insights.
Assist with range builds, best/worst analysis, and range reviews to guide future buys.
Raise and manage purchase orders, ensuring all product details and delivery dates are accurate.
Liaise with suppliers, warehouses, and internal teams to track booked lines and ensure smooth order flow.
Support critical path management - keeping stock on schedule and highlighting any potential delays.
Carry out competitive shops, monitor pricing, and maintain departmental pricing files.
Review size curves and contribute suggestions for new orders, repeats, and replenishments.
Ensure products go live online promptly when stock arrives, resolving any listing or data discrepancies.
Marketplace & Channel Management
Set up and maintain listings across marketplace platforms, ensuring accurate pricing, imagery, copy and stock feeds.
Stay up to date with marketplace tools and features to enhance product visibility.
Coordinate with marketing and store teams to align on product launches, promotions, and trading activity.
Product Set-Up
Prepare product information sheets and liaise with the studio team to ensure all required images and copy are ready.
Manage smooth, timely launches across multiple digital channels.
Inventory & Fulfilment
Support with stock orders, allocations, and replenishments.
Work closely with logistics and stores to maintain optimal stock levels and ensure timely deliveries.
Monitor the critical path and highlight any potential supply issues or delays.
Data & Reporting
Run weekly sales and performance reports to provide insight into trading activity.
Support with price changes, markdowns, and promotions.
Analyse sales and size data to identify trends and inform future decisions.
Conduct competitor analysis to ensure pricing and assortment remain competitive.
What you'll bring:
A background or strong interest in merchandising (6-12 months' experience ideal)
Confident using Excel
Strong analytical and numerical skills with excellent attention to detail
Great communication skills and the ability to prioritise in a fast-paced environment
A collaborative mindset, eagerness to learn, and passion for retail
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