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They ensure the right product is in the right place, at the right time, across every channel.\nAs a Merchandising Admin Assistant, you’ll be at the centre of it all. This is your opportunity to build a career in Merchandising, learning how data, stock and strategy come together to drive profit and performance.\nYou’ll be analytical, organised and commercially curious - ready to dive into the detail while keeping one eye on the bigger picture.\nWhat You’ll Be Doing\nSupporting the Merchandising team with accurate analysis and admin to help maximise profit across all channels\nManaging stock inventory with precision and attention to detail\nOwning allocation worklists in line with direction from the Assistant Merchandiser / Merchandiser\nMaintaining weekly intake forecasts and providing clear, accurate summaries\nEnsuring promotions and markdowns are correctly actioned and maintained\nKeeping product attribution accurate within our single view systems\nMonitoring sales, stock, intake, margin and commitment - turning data into meaningful insight\nContributing to stocking strategies, suggesting actions and improvements where needed\nWorking closely with Buying, Core Merchandising and Distribution to continuously improve ways of working\nUsing store visits, comp shops and trading history to support recommendations that positively impact performance\nWhat We’re Looking For\n\nThis is an entry-level role - previous retail or MAA experience is helpful, but not essential. What matters most is your mindset. We’re looking for someone who is:\nConfident with numbers and comfortable analysing data\nHighly organised with strong prioritisation skills\nProactive, resilient and adaptable in a fast-paced environment\nConfident using MS Office and quick to learn new systems\nCommercially aware with a genuine interest in product and performance\nA strong communicator who thrives working collaborativelyCurious, ambitious and motivated to build a career in Merchandising\nPassionate about the River Island brand\n\nThis is your chance to understand the numbers behind the fashion and play a key role in how our product performs across stores and online. If you’re ready to learn, grow and make your mark in Merchandising - we’d love to hear from you.\nAbout Us\nWe’re a much-loved brand with an exciting future. Our Islanders are a diverse bunch of bright, talented people who love working together - and are proud of the work they do. Progression here can take you in all kinds of directions. This is what a career at River Island is like. And this is where yours starts.\nThis role is based at our Head Office in West London. Check us out here on a map.\nWhat we can offer you:\n Generous 50% staff discount so you can treat yourself to the latest products, and a bargain staff shop on site!\nReducing Islanders everyday expenses through discounts, benefits, financial advice, wellbeing solutions and more through the Retail Trust.\nA free onsite gym, subsidised restaurant & café to fill you needs. Various social events to socialise throughout the year.\nEvery family is unique, we support Islanders with all different family setups enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption & fertility treatment. We also work closely with the Retail Trust to create dedicated support for all our Islanders!\nFlexible working, on top of payday and summer early finish Fridays.\nGive as you earn scheme, a ‘Giver Island’ day each year and receive matched funding.\nSupport with upskilling through on the job training and qualifications. A succession plan if you want to progress.\n23 days paid holiday, exclusive of Bank Holidays. With the added option to purchase additional holiday twice a year for whatever the need!\nKeeping You Safe\nWe are committed to providing a safe and inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. We expect all employees to uphold our values and contribute to a positive working environment.\nOur business is made up of a diverse community, where we all belong and feel part of something bigger. 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