ABOUT THE ROLE I am working with a branded, multi-product sportswear business who are looking for x2 Assistant Merchandisers to join their team. You will be responsible for ensuring categories are traded as effectively as possible, ensuring the flow & movement of stock through the business maximises profitability. You will also assist the Merchandiser in the delivery of the category strategy. Responsibilities: * Managing the category intake calendar and order book * Assist the merchandiser in the range planning process * Support merchandiser with monthly trading reviews & WSSI trading * Deliver lessons learnt analysis * Owning the planning for a small category/initiative Trading * Providing insights and recommendations for weekly trading meetings * Execute category trading actions * Manage & trade forward orders, ensuring we are bringing in the appropriate products in the correct quantities at the right time to meet consumer demand, whilst staying within your intake limits * Re-forecast forward orders of products, ensuring suppliers are aware of expected demand and that they will have the correct quantities available. * Manage the allocation setup to maximise the return on stock already in the business. * Support the Merchandiser with supplier trading meetings, providing any relevant information Skills and Experience: * A background in stock management. Experience of having work...