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Assistant Merchandiser - Accessorize

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Monsoon Accessorize

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior & Mid Level
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You need a passion for fashion retail, experience in multi-product, strong Excel skills, trend identification ability, team management experience, excellent communication, and negotiation skills.
  • You will manage stock levels, support sales processes, analyze data, oversee markdowns, negotiate with suppliers, assist in forecasting, and coach junior team members while collaborating with various departments.

Requirements

  • Interest in working in within fashion retail
  • Proven track record in multi-product
  • Strong analytical and advanced Excel skills
  • Ability to identify key trends and emerging opportunities in line with customer profile
  • Experience of managing a team and supporting sign offs
  • Confident and articulate communicator, with an ability to build strong cross functional relationships
  • Ability to deliver to tight timescales and work under pressure
  • Strong negotiation skills

Responsibilities

  • Assists in the management of stock levels in order to maximise profit through sales.
  • Assists in managing allocations, ensuring allocation plans are met.
  • Supports the sale process in order to maximise sales, whilst protecting margin and profit.
  • Ensures all departmental, brand analysis and reports are accurately produced, maintained and circulated on a weekly basis: Monday trade, in season trade, pre-season trade and end of season analysis.
  • Oversees markdowns and promotions.
  • Oversees and maintains Brand KPI sheets.
  • Monitors and analyses deliveries, working closely with suppliers and ensuring that the needs of the business are being met.
  • Negotiates with suppliers on the cost price and delivery dates.
  • Ensures cost price reduction in relation to deliveries.
  • Supports multi-channel analyses.
  • Responsible for updating the WSSI and assisting in departmental forecasting.
  • Support the merchandiser with solid analysis and preparation for all key meetings including sign offs and strategies.
  • Opportunities to be made responsible for product areas in end to end planning to trading over time.
  • Works closely with Merchandisers, Channel Merchandising, Buying, VM and the Web trade Team to deliver timely and accurate stock packages.
  • Supports the merchandising team in creating seasonal sales and buying plans that will maximise commercial opportunities.
  • Supports merchandiser monitoring stock on continuity lines, maximising sales opportunity.
  • Plans induction for new employees within the merchandising team.
  • Supports Merchandiser to ensure company and department information is communicated effectively to team through weekly team meetings.
  • Coaches and Develops team members at a junior level.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Assistant Merchandiser - Accessorize.

What are the main responsibilities of the Assistant Merchandiser?

The main responsibilities include managing stock levels, supporting sales processes, producing departmental reports, overseeing markdowns and promotions, negotiating with suppliers, supporting multi-channel analyses, and coaching junior team members.

What qualifications are needed to succeed in this role?

The qualifications include an interest in fashion retail, a proven track record in multi-product merchandising, strong analytical and advanced Excel skills, the ability to identify trends, team management experience, and strong negotiation and communication skills.

What does the company offer in terms of salary and benefits?

The company offers a competitive salary, 23 days of holiday with the option to purchase more, a bonus day off after 6 months of service, a pension plan, life assurance, a flexible working approach, an early finish on Fridays, and generous staff discounts.

Is there a dress code for this position?

The job description does not specify a formal dress code, but as it's a fashion-related role, a professional appearance in line with company values is likely expected.

How does Accessorize support diversity and inclusion?

Accessorize is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce and values the unique contribution of every individual, providing a respectful environment where employees can thrive.

Can this role lead to further responsibilities over time?

Yes, there are opportunities for the Assistant Merchandiser to take on product areas and responsibility for end-to-end planning to trading as they progress in the role.

Is experience in multi-channel retailing important for this position?

Yes, experience in multi-channel retailing is important and will be beneficial for supporting analyses and decision-making processes.

Will I receive training if I am hired for this position?

Yes, the Assistant Merchandiser will have opportunities to plan inductions for new employees and support the development of junior team members.

What should I do if I require accommodations during the application process?

You can contact the company at careers@monsoon.co.uk to discuss any specific requirements for accommodations during the application or interview process.

Monsoon Accessorize

Creating vibrant products. Sharing endless discovery.

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1973
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

At the very beginning, our philosophy was ‘small is beautiful’; we started out as a small business with a big passion for vibrant bohemian-inspired clothes, and beautiful fabrics hand-crafted by talented artisans from small communities across Asia. The first Monsoon store opened in London in 1973, selling original collections that featured clothes made with hand-loomed cotton and silk fabrics, organic vegetable dyes and artisan block-printing techniques. Over the years, our business has grown, but our passion remains the same. We have a detailed eye for true beauty, whether that’s our intricate design details, colourful prints, fabrics, or embellishments. We design in-house, source globally and ethically, and are dedicated to delivering keepsake quality, because we love to make our customer’s day just that little bit more special and out of the ordinary. We believe in the positive, empowering, life-changing power of trade rather than aid. We have always worked with craftspeople in villages and small communities to give them sustainable independence. We connect British contemporary designs with our network of craftspeople, and together they create beautiful, unique collections that celebrate our customer’s individuality and sense of adventure.