Knightsbridge, United Kingdom
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Our Merchandising team are now looking for a Merchandise Admin Assistant to join them here at Harrods. We currently have live vacancies in our Own Label and Beauty departments. We're always on the lookout for exceptional talent to join our team. Please note, this advert is also a part of our ongoing efforts to build a strong talent pool for future opportunities. By applying, you may be considered for upcoming roles that match your skills and experience. We are proud to offer a starting salary, for our Merchandise Admin Assistants, of £30,000. About the Role This role is all about reporting and analysing, so a keen interest in figures is essential. You will assist in the production of weekly and ad-hoc reporting for stakeholders across the business, assess purchase order requests from the buying team and key price changes for the Sale periods. You will also work with the Replenishment Analyst to ensure lines are set up for replenishment correctly. Other responsibilities will include: * Approving and actioning POs (including reviewing OTB forms). * Documenting relevant paperwork for unplanned overspends, highlighting areas of concern to all stakeholders, and ensuring tracker is always up to date in all respects. * Assisting in the replenishment process. * Producing the weekly and daily trade reports to agreed timescales ensuring a high degree of accuracy is maintained. * Delivering reports on vendor performance e.g. PO fill rate, on time deliveries and identify opportunities for improvement. * Chasing deliveries and amend qty’s and delivery dates with approval of Merchandiser and Buying teams as required. * Resolving trouble shipments, co-ordinating with Distribution and Buying to ensure that issues are resolved promptly. About You You will have a good eye for data, demonstrated through strong numerical and analytical skills. You will also be flexible and ready to adapt to changing priorities – able to perform duties effectively with minimum supervision and guidance. You’ll have a strong customer service-focus when dealing with both internal and external parties. Using your excellent interpersonal and communication skills, you will build long lasting working relationships with said parties. Prior admin or Merchandising experience is preferred but is not essential. You will also: * Be PC literate, including Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel. SAP knowledge preferable. * Have good attention to detail is key, this is a fast-paced role and accuracy is essential. * Possess excellent time-management skills and the ability and willingness to multi-task. * Be proactive and solutions-based thinker.
