Temporary Merchandising Administrative Assistant

Company: JAM Recruitment Ltd
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Location: London
Job Description:

A Temporary Merchandising Administrative Assistant position is available in London with Love Success PLC, based in the West End under a hybrid working arrangement. The role pays up to £15 per hour plus holiday pay, operating Monday to Friday from 9am to 5:30pm for an initial three-month contract with an immediate start. Supporting the Buying and Merchandising Team within a prestigious luxury department store, duties include maintaining stock availability, coordinating supplier communications, and tracking product flow from order through delivery. Candidates should possess strong organisational abilities, attention to detail, and proficiency in spreadsheet applications. This temporary placement suits those seeking practical commercial exposure within retail operations.

Location: West End (hybrid working model)Rate: £15Holiday PayHours: Monday – Friday, 9am – 5:30pmDuration: 3 monthsStart: Immediate

Step into the world of luxury retail. This is an exciting opportunity to join the Buying andamp; Merchandising Team within one of the world”s most prestigious department stores. If you”re looking to build hands-on experience in a fast-paced, high-profile environment, this role offers an exceptional platform to develop your commercial and analytical skill set.

What You”ll Be Doing

As a key support within the merchandising function, you”ll be at the heart of trading activity-driving stock availability, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring the smooth flow of products from order to delivery.

  • Produce data-driven sales forecasts to support trading decisions
  • Raise and manage purchase orders, tracking progress end-to-end
  • Proactively expedite deliveries and maintain product availability
  • Build strong relationships with suppliers and drive OTIF performance
  • Identify delivery issues early and implement solutions quickly
  • Manage and analyse Supplier Compliance Charges
  • Generate insights from data to support performance improvements
  • Maintain system parameters to ensure optimal stock allocation

Who You Are

  • Highly proficient in Excel (pivot tables, reporting, data analysis)
  • A strong communicator, confident working across multiple teams
  • Naturally analytical with a commercial mindset
  • Proactive, detail-oriented, and solutions-focused
  • Comfortable managing priorities in a fast-paced setting
  • Ready to elevate your career in luxury retail

At Love Success, we champion diversity, equity, and inclusion, embedding these values into every aspect of our operations.

Our unwavering commitment to these principles is evident in our recruitment practices and our comprehensive training and development programs.

We partner with organisations that share our dedication to fostering diverse and inclusive workplaces, where individuals can be their true selves in the workplace.

Together, we strive to promote equality and create opportunities for all.

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Posted: August 17th, 2026