Junior​/Assistant Merchandiser

What You’ll Do

• Support the Merchandising team in maintaining strong relationships with core suppliers and shareholders.
• Assist senior team members with supplier cost price, lead time and payment term discussions.
• Help prepare and update stock and sales performance reports, identifying key trends and opportunities under guidance.
• Work closely with the team to monitor pricing across categories to ensure we remain competitive while protecting profitability.
• Develop an understanding of product performance by learning about our ranges, competitors and the wider retail market.
• Collaborate with departments across the business to support sales, profit and effective stock management.
• Contribute ideas and feedback on how to improve product performance, checking reviews and supporting with product improvement initiatives.
• Provide general administrative and analytical support to the Merchandising team as needed.
• Analyse sales trends, inventory levels, and production schedules to create purchase orders and maintain inventory levels within a specific budget.
• Ensure continuous product availability by proactively forecasting demand and managing inventory levels to prevent out-of-stock occurrences.

• Ideally 6–12 months’ experience in a merchandising, buying, or purchasing role (internship or placement experience also welcomed).
• Interest in developing strong supplier relationships — previous exposure to overseas suppliers, particularly in East Asia, would be beneficial.
• Enthusiastic, proactive and keen to learn and grow within a fast‑paced environment.
• Proficient in the use of Excel to maintain ordering spreadsheets and create reports of stock and sales trends, and confident with other Microsoft programs.
• Good attention to detail and accuracy when handling data or reports.
• Willingness to learn about negotiation and commercial decision‑making.
• Able to prioritise tasks and work effectively under guidance in a busy environment.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with a positive and collaborative attitude.
• Highly organised, motivated and eager to support the wider team’s success.
• Some familiarity or interest in learning about WSSI tools and category planning.

• Health & Wellbeing – Workouts, Run Club, Nature Trail, Wellness Allowances, Gym Memberships, On‑Site Gym (Coming Soon!), Golf Memberships & Mental Health Support.
• 29 Days Annual Leave (Including Bank Holidays) – Increases with Length of Service.
• Flexible Working Hours.
• Social Events – Busy Schedule of Parties, Sports Tournaments, Charity Events & Lots More!
• Table Tennis, Pool Tables & Sports Equipment in the Office.
• Additional Benefits – Help toBuy Scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme, Discounted Travel Schemes & Lots More!
• Product Discount on Net World Sports & Affiliate Partner Products.
• Subsidised On‑Site Bistro – Serving Freshly Prepared Food Every Day for Breakfast & Lunch.
• Employee Recognition – Bonus & Commission Schemes and Performance, Length of Service & Life Event Rewards.
• Employee Support – Saving Schemes, Legal & Financial Advice, Parental Guidance.

• Go above and beyond:
  Get stuck in and show your passion!
• Ideas over hierarchy:
  If you have an idea, speak up! It doesn’t matter what role you’re in, we want everyone to shout about ways the business can develop and improve.
• Be bold, move fast:
  We value speed; we make fast decisions, trust our guts and get things done as efficiently as possible.
• Keep it simple:
  Don’t over‑complicate it!
• Results driven:
  We embrace results that drive positive change, even if it means occasional failure. Mistakes are valuable as long as we learn from them and avoid repeating them.
• Growth:
  We’re a fast‑growing business and we want our staff to grow with us.

Gareth Davies (Recruitment Specialist) /  / /