Job Description
Quest Search & Selection are currently recruiting for an Assistant Merchandiser for an established fashion & accessories retailer within a branded, luxury environment.
This omnichannel business is a well recognised brand within the UK and globally, currently stocking both own-label and branded products within a luxury/premium setting.
Key Responsibilities of this Assistant Merchandiser – Luxury Brands role:
* Identify trading actions from analysis of stock and sales data
* Own forward forecasting for continuity lines, proposing re-orders and stock management actions where required
* Establish and maintain strong supplier relationships through regular meetings and contact
* Work closely with brands to address slower-turning stock
* Identify, model, and propose promotional activity to the Merchandiser for approval
* Own the mid-season trading review to assist with selection buys
* Coach and develop an Allocator
* Undertake regular store visits to gather feedback from Retail colleagues
Key Requirements of this Assistant Merchandiser – Luxury Brands role:
* Previous experience at Assistant Merchandiser level (essential)
* Experience working with branded product (highly desirable)
* Background within a department store, fashion, accessories, footwear, or handbags environment
* Strong analytical skills and confidence working with data
* Experience managing or mentoring an Allocator or MAA desirable but not essential
* Numerically strong, commercially minded, and a collaborative team player
Benefits of this Assistant Merchandiser – Luxury Brands role:
* Competitive basic salary
* Life assurance
* Hybrid working (4 days in Central London Head Office)
* Gym discounts
* Summer hours – 3pm finish on Fridays
* Retail Trust support
* If this sounds like you and you are keen to progress your Assistant Merchandiser career, please apply today!