Assistant Merchandiser

3 weeks ago


Watford, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom PEPCO Full time
Assistant Merchandiser - Sales and Profit Optimization

About the Opportunity...

We are currently recruiting for the role of Assistant Merchandiser to support the Merchandising team at PEPCO in maximizing sales and profit opportunities. The successful candidate will work closely with the Merchandiser to analyze sales data, forecast demand, and manage stock levels to reduce markdowns and maximize profit.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead critical path processes from order to delivery center with support from Merchandise Admin Assistant
  • Communicate intake changes to relevant parties and ensure all supporting documents are accurate
  • Liaise with suppliers and logistics teams on intake problems and take necessary action
  • Provide analysis to support product sign-off and incorporate learnings
  • Maintain and update range plans to ensure accuracy
  • Monitor planned intake margins
  • Review sizing performance with assistance from Merchandise Admin Assistant
  • Support line manager in compiling sign-off and strategy packs using data to inform decisions
  • Obtain a clear understanding of the strategy to make informed trading decisions
  • Work with line manager to deliver against top-line planning principles, including phasing, category mixes, and option counts

Requirements:

  • Experience in managing a small team of Merchandising Admin Assistants and workload
  • Confidence in communication with others in the business across functions
  • Liaising with external parties
  • Confidence in presentations and reporting
  • Accuracy and attention to detail
  • Analytical and commercial knowledge
  • Ability to identify commercial issues and propose appropriate action
  • Previous experience of developing and streamlining processes

What We Offer:

  • Competitive salary
  • Potential to earn bonus
  • Free on-site car park
  • On-site coffee lounge
  • Discount card - 10% discount on most purchases in-store
  • Family-friendly benefits
  • Loyal service awards
  • My Staff Shop - exclusive discount portal
  • Apprenticeships and career development
  • Life assurance cover
  • Health and wellbeing - employee assistance program
  • Holiday allowance - 33 days, with option to purchase additional holiday
  • Birthday off as an extra day's holiday
  • Pension scheme

About Us:

PEPCO is a leading retailer with over 900 stores and nearly 18,500 colleagues across the UK and Republic of Ireland. We offer unparalleled value to millions of customers and cultivate an environment where every colleague can thrive and contribute to our mission.

Our commitment to excellence, inclusion, and sustainability forms the foundation of our culture, empowering our team members to be the best versions of themselves while making a meaningful impact on the communities we serve.

We like to keep things simple, with just three behaviours that lie at the heart of everything we do: Love our customers, Care for our colleagues, and Protect the Pounds & Euros.

By living our behaviours every day, we've created a land that is fun, friendly, and full of surprises - a place where our people can truly be the best version of themselves.



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