Average Assistant Merchandiser salary in the UK

Are you a commercially minded and data driven planner with a passion for retail? Pro Direct are a fast growing eCommerce retailer looking for a dynamic Merchandise Manager to join their team and play a pivotal role in shaping our product strategy and inventory performance.As a Merchandise Manager, you'll be responsible for leading the planning process and financial performance across all product categories. Working closely with the Buying teams, Marketing and Operations, you will forecast sales, plan inventory, and drive strategies that maximise opportunity, sales, margin, and stock efficiency.The role is based at our HQ in Newton Abbot, Devon, but there will be an option to work one day a week from home.Responsibilities of a Merchandise Manager:Responding to top-down planning objectives to drive alignment on financial objectives across the business and aligning retail channels, departments and product categories to a Retail Plan.Setting financial targets in the context of historical sales, profitability data, inventory optimisation, overarching trends, patterns, seasonal fluctuations, competitive landscape and all external factors that impact costs, pricing strategy, sales and profitability.Ensuring reconciliation and achievement of financial goals within the Retail Plan and Merchandise Plans, including revenue by channel, sell-through, margin, and target inventory.Providing overall control of the budgets and forecasts for each department and category to ensure achievement of the Retail Plan.Skills of a Merchandise Manager:Ability to identify opportunities, develop innovative solutions, and effectively communicate back to stakeholdersStrong analytical and numerical skills for forecasting and budgetingExcellent communication and interpersonal skills for collaborating with various teamsAttention to detail and the ability to multitask for managing multiple projects simultaneouslyKnowledge of retail industry trends and consumer behaviourCreative problem-solving skills for developing effective merchandising strategiesAbility to work under pressure and meet tight deadlinesUnderstanding of merchandising principles and techniquesBenefits of a Merchandise Manager:33 days of annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays).5 days paid sick leave.7% Total Salary Employer Pension Contribution.Staff discount of up to 30% (Pro:Direct) and 40% (Do Clothing)Seasonal shutdown over the Christmas period with a gifted day of leave.Discounted Gym Membership through Premier Gym, Newton Abbot.National Gym discounts are available through Hussle and Nuffield Health.Access to our Healthcare Scheme through AXA Health.Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) through AXA Health for staff & family membersAnnual Pay Reviews and Appraisals.‘Refer a friend’ policy, with bonus rewards for successful referrals.Free Annual Flu Jabs.Enhanced Sick Pay Scheme for staff with over 5 years length-of-service.Casual work attire.What we look for in our team:To add cultural and professional value to the teamBe 100% yourself - we are genuine and love what we doPassion … without it, we would not be where we are todayA true team player - we work hard and play hard togetherWe don’t have time for lone wolves - we build everything togetherA true desire to deliver outstanding customer-focused solutionsA little bit about us:Team ProDirect is built on a passion for sport, product, and service. Our team has worked relentlessly over the past 30 years to ensure we connect athletes worldwide with the best choice of products. We make it our mission to engage with and awaken the passion within our customers; we strive to produce the best possible experience and want them to love sport and sport products as much as we do. We are a hard-hitting and lively band of professionals, dedicated to changing the world of online sports retail.

The role of Assistant Merchandiser, you will work closely with a Merchandiser within this accessories & gifting business. You will develop stock packages for new store and concept openings, monitor their performance, and assist management by producing WSSI and OTB reports. Quest Search & Selection are proud to partner a global £billion retail business with stores in UK, Europe & USA. This business is involved with the planning, controlling and monitoring of the purchase, intake and distribution of merchandise to help maximise 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 signoffs, business reviews, and ad hoc requests.Accurately complete and obtain authorisation for Open to Buy documentation.Support the planning of sales, discounts, and stock to achieve required levels.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 Allocator. To be successful in this Assistant Merchandiser - Ideally having 2 years' experience within a Senior /Allocator, Senior / Merchandise Admin Assistant or Assistant Merchandiser level.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 - HolidaysHybrid working - 2/3 days in brand new officesGenerous staff discount across all brandsLife assurance coveragePension schemeCorporate discount programRecommend-a-Friend referral schemeCycle to Work scheme 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 no JO-2507-115173 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.

This is a key strategic role responsible for driving product performance, planning, and execution across merchandise categories. Client Details Our client is an established ladies multi-channel fashion retailer based in the west midlands area are looking for a talented individual to join and support the merchandising team. The company continues to design and develop products for a broad range of consumers, seeking to bring the correct look and fit customers of all ages they utilising the highest quality fabrics and raw materials to ensure that the product fits beautifully, and performs well. Description Prepare detailed analysis at department level for previous season performance, in line with buying timelineWork with buyer to drive strategy for following season, preparing WSSI proposal with key building blocks to support thisEnsure that key sales trends are highlighted to the buying team, along with option plans, in order to deliver a balanced, commercial rangeEnsure that all repeat/core lines for stores & web are identified, taking ownership of final buy qtys in line with company directives and ensuring that key programmes are booked together across all departments/brands in order to maximise marginSign off on all orders raised by buying, ensuring they remain in line with departmental ASP/margin plans, escalating any of concern to Head of MerchandisingWork with buying to establish pricing strategy for each department, ensuring this is in line with company strategy, and ensuring this is implemented across all channels & mirrored within the sub brandsEnsure that all new options are booked in line with the buying timeline, whilst monitoring option plans/OTB Profile Strong analytical skills, ability to build reports, track performance, knowledge of forecast principles & implement demand planning practices.Proficiency in merchandising tools and software, including Excel & Inventory management systems.Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, able to collaborate effectively with other teams and external partners.Ability to work independently as well as within a fast-paced team. Job Offer Free ParkingClose to transports links Buy / Sell holiday scheme Employee discount up to 50%Health cash plan availableEmployee Assistance ProgramCompany Workplace Pension Merchandiser Merchandiser Merchandiser