Assistant Merchandiser

I have a fabulous opportunity to work for one of the fastest-growing multichannel retailers in the UK — with over 170 stores across England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland, and 30 others around the world as part of their international franchising programme. … and they’re still expanding!

My client is looking for an Assistant Merchandiser to join their dynamic Trading function, supporting one of their Senior Merchandisers within a specialist product category team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Trainee or Assistant Merchandiser ready to take the next step — working across stores, online, and high-street partner locations to help maximise sales, profit, and opportunity.

• Support product planning, forecasting, budgeting, and trading to drive category performance.
• Maintain and update WSSIs, reviewing sales and stock levels, and helping implement commercial actions.
• Conduct in-season analysis to optimise sales and manage risks.
• Assist in budget planning by category, option count, and depth of buy.
• Partner with the buying team to shape the range using data and commercial insights.
• Analyse category, line, and store performance to improve assortment planning.
• Present trade performance findings and recommendations in team meetings.
• Highlight best and worst sellers to help the team take quick, informed actions.
• Collaborate with branch merchandising to optimise allocation and replenishment.
• Coach and develop a Merchandising Admin Assistant (MAA).

Salary - £33K-£37K

Location – Hich Wycombe (Hybrid)

Requirements

• Strong analytical skills and commercial awareness.
• Experience as a Trainee or Assistant Merchandiser in a fast-paced retail environment.
• Confident communicator with excellent Excel skills and attention to detail.
• Passionate about retail and keen to make an impact in a growing business.

If you’re looking for your next step in merchandising and want to join a thriving retailer with exciting growth ahead, I’d love to hear from you!

Contact Sarah at CPI Selection: sarah@cpi-selection.co.uk