We are Sosandar. Based in Wilmslow, Cheshire, we’re one of the UK’s fastest growing online fashion brands for chic and stylish women; worn by celebs and influencers galore. We have an amazing opportunity for someone equally as amazing to join our growing team as an Assistant Merchandiser.
The role
* Updating Monday Trading reports and distributing to wider Buying and Merchandising team and Directors.
* Ability to identify highlights/lowlights from the previous week and suggest key actions for the Merchandiser.
* Following up on any actions from Trade meetings with the relevant teams and reporting back to the Merchandiser.
* Supporting the Merchandiser and Merchandise Director with Ad hoc analysis when requested.
* Supporting the Merchandiser with in-season and pre-season planning.
* Ownership and management of the critical path to ensure all deliveries are on track and any amendments/delays are flagged to the Merchandiser.
* Ensure that partner set up processes are completed in line with their critical paths and deadlines.
* Ensure that all POs and buy sheets are logged.
* Ensure that orders are raised to protect partner stocks in accordance with merchandiser and buyer plans and partner buy sheets.
* Work closely with the production merchandising team to ensure that progress of all POs is tracked and any delays are communicated with the buyer and merchandiser and that any amendments are confirmed with partners where necessary.
* Take ownership of tracking intake for key launches and provide updates to the wider teams.
* Ensure delivery slots are secured with partners, in line with their requested intake dates.
* Reviewing sales for external partners and highlight any fast/slow sellers to the Merchandiser alongside suggested actions.
* Reviewing stock and availability for any selections by Buying/External Partners.
* Updating WSSI/ Line cards and reviewing actions to be taken.
* Help to manage the workload and priorities of the Trainee Merchandiser.
About you
* At least one years’ experience working as a Trainee Merchandiser or Merchandising Admin Assistant.
* Strong communicator and able to build relationships both internally and externally.
* Advanced Excel skills.
* Highly organised and able to prioritise workload.
* Strong attention to detail/eye for accuracy.
* Proactive and adaptable.
Benefits
Sosandar offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including:
* 25 days paid holiday, plus bank holidays, plus your birthday off!
* Holiday buy scheme
* Cycle to Work scheme
* 40% employee discount
* 4% employer pension via salary sacrifice
* Employee Assistance Programme (private GP consultations, prescriptions, physiotherapy, counselling, shopping discounts) for you, your partner and kids
* Informal hybrid working policy dependent on role
* Life Assurance 4x your salary