Assistant Merchandiser - Seasonal, Toys, and Electrical (Coventry)

Our GM Merchandising teams are key to delivering our ‘More Argos, More Often’ strategy. We have a number of roles across various categories including; Mobiles & Tables, TV & AV, and Small Domestic Appliances.

Why join us

Joining our team at Sainsbury's offers an exciting opportunity to excel in your career with a renowned brand. As an Assistant Merchandiser, you will be part of a dynamic team that strives to deliver customer-focused product ranges and achieve sales, profit, margin, and stock targets. With a focus on trend analysis and merchandising systems, you will play a crucial role in ensuring we have the right products to meet our customers' needs. Whether you already have experience in merchandising or are a graduate in a relevant field, we provide a supportive environment where you can develop your skills and progress. With a strong emphasis on work-life balance and a range of comprehensive benefits, joining us means being part of a team that values your contribution and provides opportunities for growth and fulfilment.

Why join us

Joining us as a Merchandise Admin Assistant in our Seasonal, Toys, and Electricals teams offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic and fast-paced environment. As you provide comprehensive administrative support to our Merchandising team, you will gain valuable skills and knowledge to forge a successful career in merchandising. We value work-life balance and offer flexibility in how, where, and when you work, empowering you to have a fulfilling personal life while contributing to our business goals. With a focus on learning and development, a supportive team, and a range of benefits, joining Sainsbury's means being part of a company that values your growth and provides opportunities for success.

What you'll do

Review weekly trading performance to identify any issues and opportunities, and prepare relevant analysis as required
Own and manage category/range & SKU level forecasts to ensure sales, stock holding, margin and availability is optimised
Liaise with suppliers to ensure that required stock is available and manage any gaps in supply by exception
Ensure that the booking process is executed seamlessly and manage any exceptions – all channels
Communicate promotional volumes
Manage new lines into the business and vendor specific promotions
Ensure all promotional uplifts are calculated and added to the relevant forecasting systems and reports
Ensure the stock arrives into the business in a timely fashion so that opportunities are maximised
Assist Merchandiser/ Senior Merchandiser to ensure on-time delivery through supporting the achievement of merchandising milestones within the critical path, ensuring any issues are resolved or raised where appropriate
Oversee timely delivery of stock into the warehouse, to maximise availability in line with agreed KPI’s and timelines for all channels

Our Merchandising Team would love to see:

Previous experience in an Assistant Merchandiser or Merchandise Admin position or a graduate in a relevant field
Understanding of allocation & stock management
Demonstrable experience of forecasting and updating a WSSI
Strong analytical & numerical skills
Confidence in MS Excel and ability to learn new systems
Excellent admin and organisational ability
A self-starter with a desire to develop
Accuracy and attention to detail

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