Retail Administrative Assistant

4 weeks ago

Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Strathberry Full time

About Strathberry

Proudly Scottish at heart, but with a keen international outlook, Strathberry creates unique luxury pieces, handcrafted in Spain using only the very finest quality leathers and finishes. Known for its instantly recognisable bar closure and minimalist design aesthetic, Strathberry's elegant lines and exceptional attention to detail have led to a global following.

The brand is stocked in over 33 retailers worldwide, with flagship stores in London and Edinburgh. With new investment in place to accelerate the next phase of expansion, there has never been a better time to join this dynamic business.

The Role

Working from either our Edinburgh HQ (preferable) or remotely (considered) as the Retail Administrative Assistant for the Head of Retail, you will hold a key role within our fast-growing business, where you will be pivotal in facilitating the smooth functioning of the retail department by providing comprehensive administrative assistance. Your primary focus is on aiding the Head of Retail in executing their duties efficiently and ensuring the overall success of the retail operation.

If this sounds of interest to you, and you thrive in a dynamic environment, we invite you to join our team at Strathberry and contribute to the continued success of our brand. Apply now to be a part of a company that values creativity, quality, craftsmanship, teamwork, and leadership.

Please note: This is initially a 6-month fixed-term contract, working part-time, Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, 9 am – 5 pm. The position could be either office-based or remote.

To apply, please submit your CV along with a brief covering letter, outlining your relevant experience and interest in this role. Please note that CVs submitted without a covering letter will not be considered.

Salary: Competitive

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

  • Maintain the Retail Daily Sales platform and broader business sheet.
  • Compile and format data for the weekly Trade report, ensuring timely submission to the Head of Retail.
  • Review end-of-day store reports to extract key insights for the weekly report.
  • Monitor store reviews and identify significant observations.
  • Provide administrative support for pop-ups, store openings/closures, and other projects.
  • Analyse sales data, customer feedback, and other metrics.
  • Support retail initiatives, promotions, and project implementation.
  • Maintain the Retail portal and ensure effective communication of retail promotions.
  • Conduct ad hoc analyses, such as stock assessments and cost opportunities.
  • Compile weekly visual merchandising photos into shared documents.
  • Research market trends, competitor activities, and customer preferences.
  • Schedule and coordinate meetings, prepare agendas, record minutes, and track action items.
  • Facilitate meetings with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Assist with sample sale preparation, trading, and post-sale administration.
  • Provide general office and retail support as needed.

The Ideal Candidate

  • Previous experience working in a luxury / retail service environment (Preferable).
  • Proficient in Google sheets, PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Outlook, Retail POS & Shopify (Essential)
  • Possess strong organisational abilities, capable of handling calendars, compiling reports, and maintaining records with precision
  • Detail orientated, ensuring accuracy in all tasks, from data entry to report generation.
  • Able to analyse and report on insights from data
  • Able to manage time effectively and prioritise tasks efficiently, ensuring deadlines are met and operations run smoothly.
  • Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities and requests.
  • Able to demonstrate clear and effective communication skills.

Interested?

To apply, please submit your CV along with a brief covering letter, outlining your relevant experience and interest in this role. Please note that CVs submitted without a covering letter will not be considered.

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