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A Merchandising Administration Assistant at Fred Perry operates within a brand‑led framework that will often challenge the norms of this function. This role ensures that all stores (Full Price, Off Price and Ecom) have the correct stock package and that stock levels are being maintained to achieve their sales plan. Responsible for the merchandise allocation of all product categories for the retail business, with the objective of meeting financial and merchandising goals, they help identify opportunities at a store level and communicate them to the team by effectively and systematically providing accurate information for allocation planning, stock replenishment and trading purposes, to ensure stock is directed to stores in the right volumes at the right time to optimise profitability.
Job Responsibility:
Provide support to the Merchandising Team by taking an active role in analysing sales trends, monitoring deliveries and maintaining stock levels across all channels
Liaise with the logistics, warehouses and customer support teams to ensure stock is delivered in a timely manner
Manage retail purchase orders
Allocate stock across all channels according to the distribution plan, using both system tools and manual pushes
Analyse and manage stock levels throughout the week across all locations, both digital and physical
Review line performance and adapt replenishment schedules accordingly, with approval from the Assistant Merchandiser, and initiate stock consolidations where needed
Act as a key point of contact for the stores regarding stock levels, carrier bag and hanger orders
Action any price or product code changes and promotional activity
Set up and maintain a distribution plan
Produce and distribute company trade reports, such as Best Seller reports, Store Category reports and Sales by Channel reports, on a weekly basis, as well as any other ad hoc reporting as requested by the Merchandising Manager
Perform any other ad hoc duties, including style, colour and size performance reporting
Support the Assistant Merchandiser and the Merchandiser in any day‑to‑day tasks, and take on any additional ad hoc analysis
The MAA is the first‑line support for any store‑related questions or issues and should be in constant communication with the shops
Requirements:
Numerate with strong analytical ability
Advanced Excel knowledge preferred
Team player – builds strong and cooperative relationships cross‑functionally across the business
Highly organised with great attention to detail
Proactive and a good time manager
Good communication skills
Commercial Awareness – demonstrates a good understanding of what is happening in the retail market and the impact this may have on our business
Passionate individual who knows and understands the brand and is keen to go on a journey with us
Digitally savvy and understands the digital journey of the brand
Able to problem‑solve while following overall direction
Comfortable multi‑tasking and managing a variety of projects at once
Strong social and cultural awareness, with an understanding of social and digital trading
Ideally some experience in a similar role
What we offer:
Annual performance-related bonus
Competitive salary
Generous staff discount and regular sample sales
Generous pension scheme with 8.5% company contribution