Merchandising Administrator

• Hourly Rate: £12.99
• Location: Holborn 
• Job Type: Temporary

Join our client's merchandising team as a Merchandising Administrator, where you will play a crucial role in providing comprehensive administrative support to ensure the category meets its objectives and remains compliant with company and legal guidelines. This position is ideal for someone with a keen eye for detail, excellent organisational skills, and a natural curiosity to learn and develop.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Prepare accurate analysis as required by the Merchandiser/Assistant Merchandiser within agreed timescales, ensuring all reports are downloaded and cascaded appropriately.
• Assist the replenishment team with store trade queries and liaise with suppliers, imports, and warehousing teams to ensure a smooth flow of stock from the supplier to the depot.
• Update delivery schedules to reflect the latest supplier delivery positions and maintain relevant systems. Raise new orders under the guidance of the Merchandiser/Assistant Merchandiser.
• Ensure all orders are generated accurately in line with the critical path and prepare all stock builds against agreed parameters.
• Maintain accurate delivery and shipment records for all products using the appropriate systems.
• Build effective working relationships with suppliers, store colleagues, and retail support teams.
• Provide administrative support to the broader Merchandising teams as required, including the accurate logging of markdown and promotional activity.
• Demonstrate high levels of process compliance and data integrity.
• Data entry and housekeeping of forecasting systems.
• Gain commercial awareness of product ranges, stores, and competitors.
• Prepare for, attend, and take notes at meetings, ensuring team activity is legal and compliant.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Strong analytical and numerical skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent administrative and organisational abilities.
• A self-starter with a desire to develop.
• Customer-focused with a keen attention to detail.
• Ability to take accountability to ensure that own and team targets are met.
• Positive and proactive approach to building relationships with stakeholders.
• Confidence to learn new systems.

Benefits:

• Competitive hourly rate.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Supportive team environment.

To apply for the Merchandising Administrator position, please submit your CV detailing your relevant experience.