Merchandising Assistant

Location: (Remote) Employment Type: Full-Time Experience: 0–1 Year About The Role We are seeking an enthusiastic and analytical Merchandising Assistant to join our Buying and Merchandising team. This role is ideal for recent graduates and early-career professionals interested in retail, product planning, inventory management, and commercial operations. As a Merchandising Assistant, you will support merchandising activities by analysing sales performance, monitoring inventory levels, coordinating product launches, and assisting buyers with product planning. This position offers excellent exposure to retail operations and merchandising strategy. Key Responsibilities

• Assist in planning product assortments and merchandising strategies.
• Monitor inventory levels and support stock replenishment activities.
• Analyse sales performance and prepare merchandising reports.
• Maintain accurate product information and pricing in company systems.
• Coordinate with suppliers and internal teams regarding product availability.
• Support seasonal product launches and promotional campaigns.
• Assist with demand forecasting and inventory planning.
• Monitor competitor activity and market trends.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and merchandising documentation.
• Ensure product data is accurate across retail and e-commerce platforms.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Retail Management, Commerce, Marketing, Supply Chain, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Interest in retail merchandising and consumer trends.

Preferred Skills

• Internship, retail, or customer service experience.
• Familiarity with merchandising, inventory, or ERP systems.
• Basic knowledge of retail analytics and inventory planning.
• Experience with Power BI or reporting tools is advantageous.
• Understanding of e-commerce merchandising principles is a plus.

Benefits

• Graduate onboarding and mentorship programme.
• Remote working arrangements.
• Exposure to buying, merchandising, and retail planning functions.
• Professional learning and development opportunities.
• Clear career progression into Merchandise Planner, Buyer, Category Analyst, or Retail Operations roles.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive employee benefits package.

Skills: operations,retail,commerce,e-commerce,inventory planning,management,merchandising