Merchandising Assistant

About the role

The Merchandising Assistant sits at the heart of the Category Proposition Group (CPG) planning function at the Bracknell head office. The role keeps the supply chain moving smoothly, ensuring the right products reach the right places at the right time to maximise sales and customer satisfaction while keeping wastage to a minimum. It is a fast-paced, collaborative position acting as a central operational link across the supply chain, working closely with suppliers, depots and retail branches.

Key responsibilities

• Execute purchasing, stock transfers and replenishment plans to balance stock flow and support exit strategies.
• Act as a central communication hub to resolve operational issues such as late deliveries or branch queries, using root cause analysis.
• Monitor supplier performance and take part in critical path meetings to meet key dates for new product launches and sequencing.
• Maintain core systems by running line setups, RMS uploads, shipment updates and routine order adjustments.
• Analyse performance reports to identify commercial risks or opportunities and present actionable feedback to planners.
• Build strong relationships with internal and external partners to drive continuous improvement.

Required profile

• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Experience in a retail or stock management environment.
• Proactive approach to learning and development.
• Desirable: experience in a merchandising/stock planning environment and in data analytics.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets.
• Desirable: advanced Excel and Google Sheets skills including PivotTables, VLOOKUP, INDEX/MATCH and Data Tables.

What we offer

• Salary up to £33,000 depending on experience; the listed range is £28,000 to £38,900.
• Night premium of £4.25 per hour for work between 22:00 and 06:00, and enhanced hours premium for existing partners.
• Hybrid working: in the office three days a week (currently Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday).
• Pension, life assurance, holiday leave, partner discounts and leisure learning.