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Assistant Merchandiser - Floorcare, Irons, & Seasonal Electricals

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Sainsbury's

2mo ago

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry, Junior & Mid Level
  • Customer Relations
    Marketing
  • London

Requirements

  • As an Assistant Merchandiser for our Merchandising team, you are a driven and passionate professional who thrives in a fast-paced retail environment.
  • With previous experience in an Assistant Merchandiser or Merchandise Admin position, or a relevant field graduate, you have a solid understanding of allocation and stock management.
  • Your strong analytical and numerical skills, coupled with your proficiency in Excel, enable you to review trading performance, forecast sales, and optimise stock availability to achieve sales, profit, margin, and stock targets.
  • With excellent organisational ability and attention to detail, you ensure the timely delivery of stock, manage order management processes, and maintain high levels of data integrity.
  • Your proactive approach, willingness to learn new systems, and ability to build positive relationships with stakeholders make you a valuable asset to our team as we strive to deliver excellent customer-focused product ranges.

Responsibilities

  • Joining our Merchandising team as an Assistant Merchandiser, you will play a vital role in supporting the delivery of customer-focused product ranges to achieve sales, profit, margin, and stock targets.
  • With a keen eye for trend analysis, you will ensure that our product offering meets customer demands and expectations.
  • In this role, you will review weekly trading performance, identify opportunities and issues, and provide relevant analysis.
  • You will own and manage category and SKU level forecasts to optimise sales, stock holding, margin, and availability.
  • Collaborating with the A&R replenishment assistant, you will plan initial allocations and launch builds to meet stock and availability targets.
  • Your strong analytical and numerical skills, coupled with proficiency in using merchandising systems, will enable you to drive efficiency and maximise availability.
  • Additionally, you will be responsible for order management, maintaining data integrity, and ensuring compliance with legal and sustainability requirements.
  • With your proactive and positive approach, you will build relationships with stakeholders and contribute to the success of our team.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Assistant Merchandiser - Floorcare, Irons, & Seasonal Electricals.

Where is the job located?

The job is located at the Holborn Store Support Centre and Home, London, EC1N 2HT.

What type of contract is being offered?

The contract type being offered is permanent.

What are the primary responsibilities of the Assistant Merchandiser?

The primary responsibilities include supporting the delivery of customer-focused product ranges, reviewing weekly trading performance, managing category and SKU level forecasts, planning initial allocations, and ensuring compliance with legal and sustainability requirements.

What qualifications are preferred for this role?

Candidates should ideally have previous experience in an Assistant Merchandiser or Merchandise Admin position, or be a graduate in a relevant field, with strong analytical and numerical skills, and proficiency in Excel.

Is there a closing date for applications?

Yes, the closing date for applications is 12 November 2024.

What benefits are offered with this position?

Benefits include a colleague discount, pension scheme, life cover, performance-related bonuses, annual holiday allowance, and access to various health plans and employee assistance programs.

How does Sainsbury's support work-life balance?

Sainsbury's promotes work-life balance by providing a supportive environment, flexible working opportunities, and a focus on personal development.

Will I be able to receive performance-related bonuses?

Yes, you may be eligible for a performance-related bonus of up to 5% of your salary, depending on the company's performance.

Is experience in merchandising required for this job?

Experience is preferred, but the role is also open to graduates in relevant fields who are willing to learn.

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Sainsbury's

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Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1869
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Sainsbury's is one of the UK's leading supermarket chains, offering a wide range of groceries, household essentials, clothing, and other products both in-store and online. With a focus on quality, affordability, and convenience, Sainsbury's serves millions of customers across the country through its network of stores, online shopping platform, and delivery services. Committed to sustainability and social responsibility, Sainsbury's strives to reduce its environmental impact, support local communities, and promote healthier living choices among its customers.

Benefits

  • Colleague discount card

    4 weeks into your role, you’re eligible for a handy 10% off your shop. That’s every time you spend with Sainsbury’s, Argos or Habitat, in store and online. And you can nominate a second user for your card, be that your mother, brother or significant other (as long as you live at the same address).

  • Annual bonus scheme

    While our bonus schemes vary across different sites and roles, they all share the same feel-good factor. Good to know.

  • Pensions

    Planning for your future? So are we. We’ll automatically enroll you onto our pension scheme. And we’ll give you free life cover, equating to a year’s pay. If you choose to pay more with Step Up contributions, then your pension and life cover increases.

  • Holidays

    Whilst holiday allowances vary across roles, we offer a paid holiday entitlement that grows as your career does.

  • Love it

    Enjoy group outings and fun activities? The you’ll love “love it!”. Love it is the home for hundreds of exclusive discounts and savings at over a thousand retailers, including restaurants, cinemas and retail stores. What’s not to love?

  • Awards for long service

    We owe so much to our long-serving colleagues. That’s why we’re all about rewarding their continuous service and celebrating their key milestones. Just the way it should be.