Assistant Merchandiser - 12 Month Fixed Term Contract

TL;DR

Assistant Merchandiser (Retail): Building and maintaining strong supplier and brand relationships, working with Buying and Merchandising teams to develop commercial range plans with an accent on analysing performance data, market trends, and competitor ranges. Focus on shaping future merchandising strategies in a fast-paced, data-driven environment.

Location: Liverpool, England, United Kingdom (hybrid working model)

Company

Digital retailer Very, helping families get more out of life through product assortments and customer-focused ranges.

What you will do

• Build and maintain strong supplier and brand relationships.
• Work with Buying and Merchandising teams to develop commercial range plans.
• Analyse performance data, market trends, and competitor ranges to shape future strategies.

Requirements

• Experience in retail merchandising.
• Strong Excel and numerical skills.
• Ability to analyse and communicate insights clearly.
• Attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
• Collaborative approach and relationship-building ability.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible, hybrid working model.
• Inclusive culture with colleague networks for disability and neurodiversity.
• 27 days holiday + bank holidays.
• £250 flexible benefits allowance.
• LinkedIn Learning access and matched pension up to 6%.
• Bonus potential and up to 25% discount on Very.co.uk.

Hiring process

• Short call with talent acquisition if shortlisted.
• 1st stage: 30-45 minute video call with hiring team on skills and experience.
• 2nd stage: One-hour formal task-based interview with competency and technical questions.
• Right to Work, credit, CIFAS, and DBS checks required if successful.