About the role:

Merchandising at George isn't just a job, it's a career. It's the
chance to express your ideas, contribute as a team, be developed and
make your mark in the world of fashion. Where else can you feel
supported, encouraged to take accountability and truly be heard? At
George Clothing we're a team, we collaborate, we succeed together and
when that happens, the results speak for them-selves. So if you have
strong numerical & analytical skills and you're looking for a
Merchandising role that's more than just 'the next move' read on!

The ins and outs:

Right stock, right place, right time - it's a merchandising thing! It's
all about the numbers; what you see, the decisions you take and how you
impact that bottom line. As an Assistant Merchandiser/ Merchandising
Assistant you'll be managing product critical path, stock movements
from suppliers to distribution centres always ensuring availability and
driving the business to maximise profit in-season. Working alongside
teams of experienced Merchandisers and Merchandising Managers

You will support with:

* Co-ordination and progressing of all orders including raising
supplier contracts
* Maintenance of Merchandise systems to ensure all necessary paperwork
and transit requests are signed off accurately and within required
deadlines
* Development of strong relationships with suppliers
* Analysis of sales data to provide recommendations for selection of
future seasons
* Accurate forecasting of sales, stock turn and markdown to achieve
maximum profit
* Great opportunity to manage Financial Planning System with coaching &
guidance from Merchandiser
* Collaborative range planning with Assistant Buyer
* Planning of markdown activity
* Awareness of competitor activity and seasonal trends/opportunities
* Opportunity to coach and develop another Assistant Merchandiser
* Key relationships: Buying, Branch Merchandising, Sourcing

What you'll need:

Curious, analytical and commercially aware you'll either possess a
relevant degree or have gained some experience within a fashion retail,
store or head office environment (buying, merchandising, allocation,
supply chain, planning) and have your heart set on developing your
career in Merchandising. A natural team player with great communication
skills you'll be organised (a list writer!), methodical, ambitious with
a strong desire to achieve.

Key skills include:

* Ability to prioritise; managing time and workloads to achieve key
deadlines
* Attention to detail with strong numerical, planning and analytical
skills
* Experience with MS Office is essential (strong ability with Excel is
beneficial)