Assistant Merchandiser

**ABOUT US**

From when we sold our very first bra way back in 2005, to today when we sell one approximately every 30 seconds, passion and playfulness is at the heart of everything we do.

Our direct-to-consumer operation is growing by over 50%, but that’s not the only thing about Pour Moi that’s expanding Our range has grown along with us to include clothing, sportswear, nightwear and hosiery, with exciting new developments planned for future seasons.

With our buying, design, technical, merchandising, marketing and sales departments based in our sunny Brighton offices, we have a blue-chip wholesale partner portfolio that includes Next, M&S, Very, and Bare Necessities.

Our predicted annual turnover is £37 million, making us one of the leading brands in lingerie and swimwear. With sales increasing year on year it means we need more brilliant people who share our passion, to join in the next part of our story.

Our Mission: to make our customers feel confident and sexy in their own skin, by delivering a wardrobe full of fun, fizz and feel-good vibes. With an uplifting personality weaved into every garment, we’ll take care of the fashion, you just feel your fabulous

**MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES**

**Drive the business**

Under the direction of the Merchandiser, support the B&M team to optimise the sales and profit of the department and Pour Moi through accurate stock management, planning and analysis.

**Plan the season**
- Assist the Merchandiser in the planning of the department
- Complete relevant and timely analysis and planning documentation
- Support the merchandiser in planning sales and stock phasing by line and category (line cards and/or wssi)
- Assist in the preparation of information for sales meetings and checking orders when they come in

**Trade**
- Actively trade the brand, completing daily/weekly/monthly analysis for the department, ensuring accuracy and making recommendations from the analysis to maximise sales and minimise any potential risk
- Support the merchandiser by continuously reviewing commitment against current performance and future estimates to maximise sales and sell through
- Ensure on time delivery to all customers and highlight opportunities for repeat buys
- Keep up to date with retail activity and trends in the market

**Stock Management**
- Work with the MAA to manage stock moves between the 2 warehouses to optimise availability on the website and ensure orders are delivered to customers on time
- Work with the buying and shipping team to ensure intake is on time and communicate any issues to the B&M and Sales team
- Place orders with the supply base to required critical path deadlines

**Development of self**
- Proactively set goals and manages priorities
- Demonstrate initiative, self-motivation and ownership
- Adapt easily to changing situations and manages pressure well

**Core Competencies/ Experience**
- Organisation skills, able to use initiative and work in a fast-paced environment.
- Numerical competency
- Excellent verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate clearly, effectively and appropriately with colleagues, suppliers and customers at all levels.
- Keen attention to detail
- Good teamwork skills, a willingness to participate as a full team member
- Be able to display a confident and professional style as all times, taking appropriate action to influence the achievement of business goals

, Permanent

Hybrid Working - currently minimum 3 days in office, can work from home 2 days a week

Pay: From £28,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

- Bonus scheme

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Employee discount

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

**Experience**:

- Retail: 1 year (required)
- Merchandising: 1 year (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Brighton and Hove, BN1 1ND

Application deadline: 30/09/2024
Expected start date: 01/10/2024