Assistant Merchandiser - Accessories - Quest Search and Selection Ltd : Job Details

Quest Search and Selection are currently recruiting for an Assistant Merchandiser - Accessories. In this role, you will develop stock packages for new stores and their e-commerce side, monitor their performance, and assist the buying team by producing WSSI and OTB reports.

Quest Search & Selection are proud to partner with a global billion-pound retail business with stores in the UK, Europe, and the USA. This business is involved in the planning, controlling, and monitoring of the purchase, intake, and distribution of merchandise to help maximize sales and profitability.

Duties & Responsibilities for this Assistant Merchandiser:

• Review and manage line performance, stock levels, and ordering processes.

• Oversee stock movements into and out of the warehouse.

• Recommend and document promotional activities, ensuring alignment with departmental budgets.

• Prepare reports and analyses to support product sign-offs, business reviews, and ad hoc requests.

• Accurately complete and obtain authorisation for Open to Buy documentation.

• Build and maintain strong working relationships with suppliers and participate in supplier meetings as needed.

• Supervise workloads and contribute to the training and development of Allocators.

To be successful in this Assistant Merchandiser role:

• Ideally, have 2 years' experience within a Senior/Allocator, Senior Merchandise Admin Assistant, or Assistant Merchandiser level open to category.

• This position will suit someone stepping up into a new role.

• Strong attention to detail.

• A true passion for numbers and analytics, coupled with a curious mindset.

• Proficient in WSSI and highly skilled in Excel.

• A clear drive and enthusiasm to grow and advance your career.

The benefits of this Assistant Merchandiser role:

• Holidays

• Hybrid working - 2 days in brand new offices

• Generous staff discount across all brands

• Life assurance coverage

• Bonus

• Pension scheme

• Corporate discount program

If this opportunity sounds like you and you feel you have the experience, interpersonal skills, and love for numbers, then please apply quoting the reference JO-2511-115311.

We request that candidates send their CV as a Microsoft Word document where possible.

Quest Search and Selection is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.