Assistant Merchandiser (Topshop)

ASOS is one of the UK's top fashion and beauty destinations, expanding globally at a rapid pace. Our values are to be authentic, brave and creative, and we live and breathe these in everything we do. The ASOS Merchandising team ensure that we have the right products, at the right time, in the right place and in the right quantities. They work closely with the buying teams to plan and build the ranges taking control of stock levels to maximise profit. Without merchandisers, there would be no stock to sell! You will be… - Responsible for the smooth-running day to day of the Merchandising department - Forecasting sales and stock levels to achieve sales plans and margin/profit targets for the department - Monitoring the department performance and identifying opportunities, as well as potential risk/loss - Working closely with the Buying teams to successfully range plan for the department - Participating in trade meetings with Heads of and Directors - Evaluating the running of the department, whilst focusing on lead times and general performance - Developing and managing an MA to encourage their development - Managing the WSSI and supporting trade plans About You You’re passionate about fashion, thrive in a fast‑paced environment, and understand what our 20‑something TOPSHOP/TOPMAN customer loves. You bring solid merchandising experience, strong commercial awareness, and the confidence to support and own key areas of the business while building great relationships across teams and suppliers. - Experience as an Assistant Merchandiser or within a fashion retail Merchandising team - Strong understanding of 20‑something culture and the TOPSHOP/TOPMAN customer, with trend awareness - Excellent organisational skills and the ability to communicate clearly at all levels - Experience managing weekly sales, stock, and intake, plus confidence contributing to trade meetings - Strong Excel and MS Office skills; knowledge of reporting tools is a bonus