Merchandising Admin Assistant

Job description JOB TITLE: MERCHANDISING ADMIN ASSISTANT
REPORTING TO: Merchandise Director
LOCATION: Head office, Kentish Town, London, NW5
INTRODUCTION:
Oliver Sweeney is all about taking the traditional and making it modern. We’ve been making shoes great for over 25 years. Taking inspiration from around the world and filtering it through a British lens, we source the highest quality materials to craft shoes, clothing and accessories that reflect our customers’ individuality, flair and success. Based in Kentish Town, we are looking for someone who relishes working in an exciting, hands-on and fast-paced environment.
THE ROLE: We are looking for an entry level administrator who will support the merchandise director in managing the process for multiple categories – footwear/clothing/accessories and leather goods
YOU: The ideal candidate will be educated to at least ‘A’ level with a superlative attention to detail, a love for number-crunching and an analytical approach to their work. We are looking for a hardworking, motivated individual, able to work well within a small team and ready for their first challenge in the fast-paced world of multi-channel merchandising.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Reporting and Analysis :
Production of weekly trade reports
Analysis and tracking of stock movements and best sellers
Working with buyer to manage the detail in the critical path to ensure availability of accurate information for the business
Participate in production planning and forecasting
Produce seasonal analysis for selection meetings
Run regular detailed stock/sales reports to analyse data and feedback to the team/business
Manage the seasonal markdown process
Stock Management
Managing commitment to ensure on time delivery through working with the buying team and liaising with the warehouse.
Liaise with all warehouses to ensure timely delivery process, suggesting action if needed.
WSSI updating and management
Purchase order management
Line card management. Responsibility to ensure that all key lines are fully stocked

CORE COMPETENCIES:
Excellent excel skills
Proactive and positive approach to problem solving
A methodical / logical approach
Ability to handle heavy workloads and prioritise tasks
A flexible approach with an ability to take initiative and respond to changing priorities
Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Industry

Retail
Employment Type

Full-time