Senior Assistant Merchandiser

  • Michael Page Business Support
  • Manchester, Lancashire
  • Oct 14, 2025
Full time Retail

Job Description

Monitor all best & worst selling lines on a weekly basisWork within the WSSI for re-forecasting & updating actualised sales

Client Details

A Fantastic opportunity for an Senior Assistant Merchandiser to join a store & ecommerce retailer who sell stylish fashion in the Manchester area. As a business they have been trading for over 30 years, selling through a number of channels including, stores, outlets, concession and ecommerce. They benefit from their head office close to public transport.

Description

  • Monitor all best & worst selling lines on a weekly basis
  • Work within the WSSI for re-forecasting & updating actualised sales
  • Directly report into the Merchandiser to assist in trading and planning.
  • Monitor and arrange Store to store transfers to maximise on sales opportunities
  • Generating list of Bestsellers on a weekly basis
  • Administer old and current stock for stores, and propose markdowns
  • Creating and updating Stock Availability report for the Internet and present recommendations for needed actions,
  • Monitoring warehouse activity to make sure appropriate inventory level is maintained
  • Analysing product performance at section level, where expected sales is not achieved
  • Managing stock returns into the business at the end of each season
  • Providing store performance analysis, outlining best and worst performing stores,
  • Uploading price changes into the system
  • Setting up and updating Year to Date report, provide sales information about products

Profile

A successful Senior Assistant Merchandiser should have:

  • Experience or education in merchandising, retail, or a related field.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data effectively.
  • Proficiency in using Microsoft Excel and other relevant software tools.
  • Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
  • The ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
  • A proactive approach to problem-solving and meeting deadlines.

Job Offer

  • A competitive salary of approximately £28000 to £30,000 per annum.
  • Permanent position with opportunities for career growth.
  • Discount on company products.
  • Convenient location in Bury, close to transport links.
  • A supportive and collaborative work environment in the Fashion industry.

If you are enthusiastic about advancing your career as an Assistant Merchandiser in Manchester, we encourage you to apply today