Assistant Merchandiser

Company: Austen & Blake
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Location: London
Job Description:

The Assistant Merchandiser supports the Merchandising team in driving sales and profitability through effective planning, analysis, and in-season trading across multiple markets. Working closely with the Merchandiser and Buyer, the role focuses on sales, margin, pricing, and performance analysis. This is a commercially driven role suited to someone analytical, detail-oriented, and eager to develop within merchandising.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support the Merchandiser and Buyer in developing and maintaining commercially successful product ranges aligned to brand and customer needs
  • Assist with weekly, seasonal, and annual sales and margin planning across category, channel, and market
  • Produce accurate weekly trade reports analysing sales, margin, AOV, conversion, and demand trends, highlighting risks and opportunities
  • Monitor in-season performance and support trading actions including pricing, promotions, and range optimisation
  • Maintain accurate product, pricing, and margin data to support forecasting and decision-making
  • Assist with category, market, and customer analysis to identify growth opportunities and underperforming areas
  • Provide ad hoc analysis and reporting to support wider merchandising and business initiatives

Requirements

  • Previous experience in an Assistant Merchandiser or Merchandising Admin role (luxury, jewellery, fashion, or accessories preferred)
  • Strong numerical and analytical skills with excellent attention to detail
  • Commercially minded with an interest in trading and performance optimisation
  • Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally

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Posted: June 1st, 2026