Assistant Merchandiser

The allsaints team

At AllSaints we are in the business of feelings – making our customers feel cool and confident. If, like us, you believe in the power of a great outfit, we’d love to talk to you.

We’re a global brand made up of a very diverse mix of talented people in a huge variety of roles. Our products are designed in house and made by a small number of suppliers and artisans around the world to sustainable standards.

We are a brand embarking on a very exciting plan and we are seeking new members of the team who want to contribute to this.

The role

We work closely with the planning & buying teams to trade each season to deliver and exceed sales and profit targets. Working within the trading team, you will be a crucial asset of the team providing key administrative support, building strong relationships within the brand while ensuring we are all working together to deliver our vision.

What will I be doing?

• Assist the Senior Merchandiser in reviewing risk and opportunity within the market of responsibility. Taking action to drive sales and minimise risk in all channels within the region. Digital, Digital Concessions, Wholesale, FP Retail, Outlets & 3rd Party
• Contribute to weekly trading reviews of sales, margin and stock against channel/region KPIs. Prepare analysis and reporting to support trading decisions.
• Monitor store/DC stocks by line each week and report exceptions
• Work closely with retail teams to influence and drive trade across retail channels. Weekly reviews of performance to maximise opportunities and minimize risk
• Work closely with the Wholesale team to manage one pool of stock and maximize sales opportunities
• Track and report intake and shipments across all channels to ensure meeting partner delivery windows and retail directive launches
• Assist the Senior Merchandiser in reviewing and updating sales and stock forecasts in the regional WSSI
• Assist the Senior Merchandiser in preparing historical information, lessons learnt and hindsight across the region and within channels. Make recommendations to the planning team to influence future buys and intake
• Ownership of line cards for ordering and forecasting continuity across all channels within the region
• Complete size ratios for continuity styles ensuring the correct ratio is purchased to optimise sales and to be able to make suggestions to merchandiser
• Create markdown planning documents and collating proposals for review versus financial targets
• Conduct detailed ad-hoc analysis when required on specific product groups/channels
• Providing key administrative support to the merchandising function. Support the merchandising team with data manipulation and report generation in a timely manner
• Manage allocation process and distribution strategies
• Lead and help with the development of Merchandising Admin Assistants. Communicate priorities and manage workload
• Relay and articulate trading actions, information and analysis to key stakeholders within the business. Key stakeholders include but not limited to the Planning, Retail, Wholesale Sales, Digital concessions and Ecomm teams
• Develop current systems and processes that are in place and be instrumental in implementing best practices

What skills do I need?

• Experience working as an assistant merchandiser or an experienced MAA
• Confident, proactive and able to think creatively when problem-solving
• Strong analytical/numerical skills and attention to detail
• Communicates with others clearly, effectively and with respect
• Has a real passion for the brand and can objectively evaluate product ranges using sound, commercial rationale
• Strives to achieve and drive the best results possible for the brand
• Excellent time management and organisational skills whilst able to prioritise workload accordingly
• Demonstrates the brand values
• A can do and positive attitude
• Excellent team player who is collaborative in their approach
• Reliable and acts in a timely manner
• Natural obsession with numbers
• An excel geek

About the location

Based in our East London Studios in vibrant Shoreditch with perks and benefits offered from local businesses including discounts on food, shopping and health & beauty. Studio Location. Approximately a 10 minute walk from Liverpool Street Station and a 5 minute walk from Shoreditch High Street.

What we stand for

The Customer is the Boss We work as one proud team to get the best for our customers

One Team We are joined up and encourage others to share their ideas

We Do What We Say We Will We know our goals, and we work with clear outcomes in mind

We Are Responsible We are self aware, understand the impact we have on others and are positive about the future

Benefits

• A generous wardrobe allowance so that you can wear our beautiful clothes to work each day
• Potential to earn more from our team commission scheme
• We are a disability committed certified employer
• Employee discount for you to spend with family and friends
• Up to 2 years service 33 days (25 days + bank holidays)
• Over 2 years service 36 days (28 days + bank holidays)
• Access to dental cash plan & free virtual GP appointments through Aviva
• UNUM employee assistance helpline
• Life assurance cover
• Access to discounted gym membership and corporate discounts
• Free, confidential, wellbeing and lifestyle support with Retail Trust
• Enhanced family leave benefits (neonatal, fertility, maternity, paternity, adoption, menopause)
• Health days for you to use either for physical or mental wellness
• Dedicated mental health support from our mental health first aiders
• Eye care vouchers, season ticket loans and much more!

#WeAreAllSaints

Our aim is to develop truly diverse teams and create an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and able to give of their best whilst contributing to the success of our brand.

We recognise the importance and strength of diversity and commit to providing equal opportunities to everyone in our employment and recruitment processes. We safeguard against any form of discrimination irrespective of gender, gender reassignment, marital status, race, ethnic origin, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, religion, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status or age.

Even if you feel you don’t tick all the boxes, we’d still very much like to hear from you. We want you to know that finding people who have a passion for our brand and are open to learning is incredibly important to us.

If you need any support or adjustments during your application, please get in touch with us and we are happy to help.

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