Job Description

Assistant Merchandiser 
Swindon Head Office

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Merchandiser to join our team, at our High Street Head Office in Swindon.  The main purpose of this role is to assist the Merchandiser in the management of stock and availability within set targets to deliver budgeted sales and contribution. 

What you’ll be doing:

•    Working with the Merchandiser on planning open to buy and budget for sub categories
•    Reviewing dated stock and problem stock reports 
•    Production of range plans and accurate item ranging to support the delivery of the buying plan
Achievement of Stock and Availability levels versus forecast and budget 
•    Production of stock intake and distribution plans including PO management and best method of supply 
•    Production and review of promotional and ongoing forecasts
•    Monitoring clearance of stock to forecast
•    Monitoring stock Key Performance Indicators
•    Support range review and range construction processes.
•    Day to Day management of OTB process, intake and exit stock
•    Create and manage the forecasting of new and ongoing lines

What we are looking for:
•    Previous merchandising or Supply chain experience, ideally gained in a Retail/ FMCG environment
•    Excellent PC skills including Advanced Excel (Pivot Tables, vlookups) 
•    Experience of using Stock management systems and other bespoke software
•    Exceptional Analytical skills
•    Strong commercial acumen
•    Experience of supervising a small team would be highly beneficial

What we can offer you:
Annual bonus based on company performance
Hybrid working model from home and in the office
24 days holiday, plus your Birthday off, plus Bank Holidays with an opportunity to buy extra days holiday
Finish at 4pm on a Friday
Competitive pension contribution
Staff discount card for stores and online

About Us:
WHSmith is a leading, global travel retailer with a smaller business located on UK high streets. Since 1792, we’ve grown and evolved into a globally recognised brand, and we’re proud to be that air of familiarity people love and trust on their journey, both in life and through life. Today, we have more than 1700 stores in over 30 countries across the globe, serving millions of customers every year, and you’ll find us at airports, railway stations, hospitals and on the high street.

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