About the role... We are recruiting for an Assistant Merchandiser to join the Clothing Merchandising team, on a fixed term contract for 9 months. The role will be based from our Watford offices and offers flexibility to work from home up to two days per week.
The Assistant Merchandiser will support the Clothing Merchandising team to maximise profit and minimise waste, through the accurate delivery of sales analysis, forecasting, ownership of stock and intake management.
We uphold three core behaviours that guide all our actions:
Love Our Customers: We strive to delight our customers, listening and responding to their needs because they are our priority.
Care for Our Colleagues: We support each other to foster a workplace where everyone can thrive.
Protect Our Pounds/Euros: We are committed to cost-efficiency and value, ensuring every penny counts.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Why choose us? Professional development : A comprehensive induction plan and the opportunity to complete in-house development programmes to set you up for success or to pursue QUALIFICATION through our apprenticeship programme.
Bonus Potential : Unlock the possibility of earning additional bonuses, rewarding your hard work and achievements.
Free On-Site Parking : Enjoy the convenience of free parking, making your daily commute hassle-free.
Onsite Coffee Lounge : Take advantage of our onsite coffee lounge, a perfect space to relax and recharge during breaks.
Exclusive Store Discounts : Receive a 10% discount on most in-store purchases, enhancing your shopping experience.
Family-Friendly Benefits : Our comprehensive benefits are designed to support your and your familys needs.
My Staff Shop : Gain exclusive discounts through our My Staff Shop portal, saving on various products and services.
Life Assurance Cover: Enjoy peace of mind with our life assurance cover, securing your familys future.
Health & Wellbeing Programme : Benefit from an employee assistance programme that supports your health and wellbeing.
Generous Holiday Allowance : Start with a generous leave entitlement that increases by one day each year (up to 33 days), with the option to buy additional holiday annually. Celebrate your special day off work every year with an extra days holiday because we believe birthdays are important.
Pension Scheme : Plan for the future with our contributory pension scheme, helping you save for a secure retirement.
Your Impact and Responsibilities As Assistant Merchandiser, you will:
Conduct and compile range planning analysis to include supplier, category, phase, colour, shape and sizing
Attend pre-selection range planning meetings and compile any relevant analysis/next steps
Maintain and update range plan ensuring full accuracy at all times
Work with the Merchandising team to deliver against the top line planning principles, including phasing, category mixes and option counts
Liaise with suppliers and logistics/supply chain teams on any intake problems & take necessary action, and feed back to relevant business functions
Propose appropriate actions for delivery delays and short shipments
Prepare analysis for weekly meetings commenting on previous weeks category/product sales performance
Ensure that promotions and markdowns are actioned in a timely manner to meet start dates and communicate effectively with the business
Monitor & report on terminal stock levels and suggest actions to achieve terminal targets
Skills and Knowledge We are looking for someone with:
Previous experience of working as an Assistant Merchandiser or Merchandise Administration Assistant
Previous working experience in clothing retail
The ability to identify commercial issues and propose appropriate action
Previous experience of developing / streamlining processes to be more effective
Excellent communication skills.
Great attention to detail.
Strong organisational skills.
About us... Since our humble beginnings in 1990, Poundland has evolved into a retail powerhouse with over 850 stores and nearly 17,000 dedicated colleagues across the UK and Republic of Ireland. The addition of Dealz in 2011 further solidified our presence, enabling us to reach millions of customers with our unparalleled value offerings.
At Poundland & Dealz, we don't just offer products at unbeatable prices; we cultivate an environment where every colleague can thrive and contribute to our mission of providing amazing value to millions of customers.
Our commitment to excellence, inclusion, and sustainability forms the foundation of our culture, empowering our team members to be the best versions of themselves while making a meaningful impact on the communities we serve. Our behaviours and the hard work, commitment and passion of our wonderful colleagues make it all possible.
We like to keep things simple, so we have just three behaviours that lie at the heart of everything we do and keep us on track. They are Love our customers, Care for our colleagues, and Protect the Pounds and Euros. By living our behaviours every day, we've created a land that is fun, friendly, and full of surprisesa place where our people can truly be the best versions of themselves!
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