Merchandise Assistant - Next Beauty

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  • London
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 20 days ago
Job Category: LipsyJob Description:Location | Head Office, Tottenham Court Road, LondonWorking style | HybridAbout Next BeautyNext Beauty has become one of the most trusted beauty destinations online having launched in 2018 on next.co.uk, Britain's number one online clothing and footwear retailer. So much so that we're expanding into selected Next stores across the UK. Offering over 250 luxury beauty brands including Tom Ford, Clarins, Estee Lauder and MAC, to name just a few; skincare, makeup and fragrance are all carefully curated by a team of beauty experts for over 8 million customers. Our mission is to continue to evolve our beauty portfolio to become the number one beauty destination that's both successful and sustainable.About the roleWithout our Merchandisers, there would be no product in our stores and on our website! The Next Beauty Merchandising team ensures that we have the right products, in the right place, at the right time and in the right quantities. This role is responsible for maximising the profitability of each line working closely with the buying team and external brand partners to plan and build our fabulous product ranges.Role Responsibilities
  • The guardian of the critical path liaising with external brand partners ensuring it is up to date to ensure stock is delivered in a timely manner
  • Identifying trends and reviewing sales performance for your department categories
  • Building relationships with our brand partners and be the go to person for any queries around stock intake
  • Supporting your Assistant Merchandiser and Merchandiser with collating sales reporting and general admin and analysis
  • Collaborating with the buying department on your category, working with the Buying Assistant to drive forward trade
Role Requirements
  • Strong analytical skills and a love of Excel - spreadsheets are the one! ● Strong team ethos - working together and building excellent relationships with your team along with all other key partnerships.
  • Comfortable working in a fast paced environment
  • An awareness of high street, catwalk and competitor key trends.
  • Great problem solving skills.
  • The ability to manage your own time.
  • Retail/store experience would be beneficial
  • For our Senior MA vacancies you will need previous experience within a similar merchandising or allocation role
What we can do for you…
  • 25% off a huge selection of Next, Lipsy, GAP and Victoria's Secret products & 10% off most partner brands & up to 15% off Branded Beauty
  • Hot deals and exclusive offers from over 3,500 retailers through Perks At Work
  • We recognise hard work with our company performance-based bonus
  • Life Assurance
  • Join our Next Sharesave Scheme
  • Digital GP Service for help at home
  • Lesson the impact with our Annual Travel Card Loan
  • Never miss a package and with Direct to Desk delivery
  • Bag a bargain at our sample sales
  • Hybrid & flexible working across the business to support your work-life balance
  • Learn, develop and grow with our personal development plans
  • Enjoy more time with friends and family with Early Bank Holiday finishes
  • Join in the fun with our year-round office events
Diversity & InclusionAt Lipsy Group we recognise that our differences are what make us who we are. We want people to want to work for us and be their true selves. We are dedicated to attracting and developing a talent team, and recognise that all unique backgrounds and experiences contribute to our future success.We want to create an inclusive and inspiring environment where individuals feel valued and respected, and where people can achieve their full potential and be their very best, whoever they are.WellbeingWe believe that wellbeing is having the opportunity to achieve your full potential, cope with day to day pressures, be productive and thrive in all aspects of your life. We encourage a culture that promotes and enables us all to achieve positive wellbeing, by focusing on mental, physical and financial health.About Us: Lipsy is a London-based fashion brand that's bold, dynamic, and always evolving. We create trend-led designs with a signature feminine edge, blending sophistication with unapologetic glamour. From statement-making eveningwear to effortlessly chic everyday looks, every piece is designed to make women feel confident, empowered, and unstoppable. The Lipsy woman knows what she wants - she's ambitious, stylish, and ready to own every moment, whether she's commanding the boardroom or turning heads at an exclusive event.About the Team:
  • 25% off most NEXT, MADE*, Lipsy*, Gap* and Victoria's Secret* products (*when purchased through NEXT)
  • 10% off most partner brands & up to 15% off Branded Beauty
  • Hot deals and exclusive offers from over 3,500 retailers through our online benefits platform
  • Company performance based bonus
  • Early VIP access to sale stock via Direct to Desk
  • Life assurance
  • Sharesave scheme
  • Annual Travel Card Loan
  • Sample Sales
  • Fantastic L&D opportunities
  • Flexi-Hour Scheme
  • Direct to Work - Discount online and instore, collect your items the next day for free from your place of work or local store
  • Support Networks - Access to Network Groups to empower and celebrate each other
  • Wellhub - Discounted flexible monthly gym memberships, with apps, PT sessions and more
Conditions apply to all benefits. These benefits are discretionary and subject to change.We aim to support all candidates during the application process and are happy to provide workplace adjustments when necessary. Should you need support with your application due to a disability or long-term condition, feel free to get in touch with us by email careers@lipsy.co.uk (please include 'Workplace Adjustments' in the subject line), or call us on 0207 436 2000 and leave a voicemail.

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