Merchandiser Assistant

2 weeks ago


Coventry, Coventry, United Kingdom Sainsbury's Supermarkets Ltd Full time

Sainsbury's Supermarkets Ltd is seeking an experienced Merchandise Assistant to join their team. The ideal candidate will have a strong analytical background and excellent numerical skills, with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

The successful candidate will be responsible for reviewing weekly trading performance, identifying issues and opportunities, and preparing relevant analysis. They will also own and manage category/range & SKU level forecasts to ensure sales, stock holding, margin and availability is optimised.

The Merchandise Assistant will be required to liaise with suppliers to ensure that required stock is available and manage any gaps in supply by exception. They will also ensure that the booking process is executed seamlessly and manage any exceptions - all channels.

The ideal candidate will have previous experience in an Assistant Merchandiser or Merchandise Admin position, or a graduate in a relevant field. They will have a strong understanding of allocation & stock management, demonstrable experience of forecasting and updating a WSSI, and excellent analytical & numerical skills.

Sainsbury's Supermarkets Ltd offers a supportive environment where you can develop your skills and progress. The company is committed to being a truly inclusive retailer, welcoming colleagues from diverse backgrounds. The successful candidate will receive an amazing range of benefits, including colleague discount, pension scheme, and life cover.

  1. Review weekly trading performance to identify any issues and opportunities, and prepare relevant analysis as required.
  2. Own and manage category/range & SKU level forecasts to ensure sales, stock holding, margin and availability is optimised.
  3. Liaise with suppliers to ensure that required stock is available and manage any gaps in supply by exception.
  4. Ensure that the booking process is executed seamlessly and manage any exceptions - all channels.
  5. Manage new lines into the business and vendor specific promotions.
  6. Ensure all promotional uplifts are calculated and added to the relevant forecasting systems and reports.
  7. Ensure the stock arrives into the business in a timely fashion so that opportunities are maximised.
  8. Assist Merchandiser/Senior Merchandiser to ensure on-time delivery through supporting the achievement of merchandising milestones within the critical path, ensuring any issues are resolved or raised where appropriate.
  9. Oversee timely delivery of stock into the warehouse, to maximise availability in line with agreed KPI's and timelines for all channels.

We are committed to being a truly inclusive retailer, so you'll be welcomed whoever you are and wherever you work. We also recognise and celebrate colleagues when they go the extra mile and, where possible, offer flexible working.



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