Assistant Merchandiser - Jewellery (MAT Cover)

at  The Watches of Switzerland Group

Job Description
Do you have previous experience within a Head Office retail merchandising department?
Do you have excellent communication and interpersonal skills?
Are you analytical with excellent IT skills?
Are you organised and able to work on multiple projects at any one time?
We have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Merchandiser to assist and support the Merchandiser with the effective delivery of the department’s strategy and also for the planning, controlling and monitoring of purchases. Ensuring that the correct processes and procedures are followed for the intake and distribution of merchandise for the purpose of maximising sales and profit in the assigned departments you will be responsible for delivering agreed business, revenue and margin objectives in your area of responsibility.

About you

• Considerable experience within a retail merchandising, allocator or retail analyst arena
• An excellent problem solver
• Exceptional planning and organisational skills with the ability to multi task
• Strong IT skills – especially Excel
• Exceptional communication skills and comfortable liaising with all levels within a business
• A positive, “can-do” attitude

About us
Did you know we’re a FTSE-250 retail company employing nearly 3,000 people across the UK, Europe, and the United States. We’re the UK’s leading luxury watch specialist in the UK with a significant presence in the US and a complementary jewellery offering. At the last count we have over 190 showrooms across the UK, US and Europe, including 77 dedicated mono-brand boutiques in partnership with brands such as Rolex, OMEGA, TAG Heuer and Breitling plus seven-e-commerce websites!
Our success is based on strong, long-standing partnerships with the most prestigious luxury watch brands, supported by impactful marketing and powered by leading-edge technology to provide our clients with a modern, distinctive luxury experience. This is underpinned by our people, who are highly trained and motivated to deliver exceptional client experience whilst building inclusive teams.
Watches of Switzerland Group has moved our headquarters to a new, state-of-the-art office in Carlton Park, Leicester. The new 75,000 square foot office is located just outside of Leicester city centre and is home to over 500 employees. Surrounded by 32 acres of woodlands with facilities such as a mini market, team lounges, a multi-faith room and a parent room.
Our clients love us for our exceptional client experience, expertise, and approachability. Our clients are at the heart of everything that we do – we love to wow our clients and make every interaction with us special and memorable.

Some of our benefits

• Holiday Purchase Scheme
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• 24/7 Virtual GP service
• hare Save Scheme
• Enjoy your Birthday Off
• Free Wellbeing Tools
• Generous Discount Scheme
• Enhanced Maternity Pay

At Watches of Switzerland Group, we celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive environment that embraces employees’ unique backgrounds and perspectives. Your application will be reviewed anonymously, focusing solely on your qualifications, skills and experience.
Discover more about New Roles, Life at Watches of Switzerland Group, Our People & more here: Watches of Switzerland Group PLC: LinkedIn
Work Location: In perso

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