Assistant Merchandiser

We are recruiting for an Assistant Merchandiser. This is a fixed term contract until August 2026.

About the Role 

As an Assistant Merchandiser, you’ll support the Merchandiser in planning and trading within designated product divisions to optimise sales, margin, and stock-turn. You’ll play an active role in developing and maintaining range plans, producing trading reports, and collaborating closely with buying and retail teams to deliver results that align with Harrods' exceptional standards.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting range planning and forecasting through detailed analysis with buyer and historical performance review, as well as post promotion review
• Producing accurate weekly trade reports and monitoring sales performance against OTB (Open-to-Buy) plans
• Managing intake processes, ensuring timely deliveries, and resolving shipment issues efficiently
• Guiding and developing Merchandise Admin Assistants while supporting recruitment and onboarding and line managing once hired
• Deputising for the Merchandiser as needed, maintaining strong cross-functional relationships and communication
• Core duties also involve; analysis, Monday trade, adhoc trade actions, promotional, building clearance plans, helping build and maintain line cards, repeat orders and trading

Depending on your role, you may be fully on-site or have a mix of on-site and home working – this is what we refer to as ‘Hybrid’. Our hybrid working policy allows colleagues to work from home for part of the week, with a minimum of three days on-site, depending on business needs.

Please see our Hybrid@Harrods policy on our Career Site for more information or speak to a member of our Talent Acquisition team if you have any questions regarding the requirements for this role.

About You 

You will be an analytical, commercially minded individual who thrives in a fast-paced retail environment. With a keen eye for detail and a strong sense of initiative, you’re confident using data to influence decisions and support business performance. You enjoy working collaboratively, leading others when needed, and driving continuous improvement in every aspect of your work.

You will need:

• Experience in a merchandising role, ideally within multi-brand or luxury retail
• Excellent Microsoft Excel skills; SAP experience is a plus
• Strong communication, organisation and stakeholder management abilities

About Us

Harrods is one of the world’s leading luxury department stores and we’re becoming a destination for top designers, and the most sought-after brands from around the globe. Our combined mission is to make visiting our iconic Knightsbridge store one of the world’s most inspiring shopping experiences.

Our Promise to You

Help us make the impossible possible for our customers and we’ll do something remarkable for you. As well as offering a friendly environment to inspire your best work, we provide abundant opportunities and support to build an exceptional career across the varied specialisms of our business. 

Uniquely You

Whilst our job adverts outline the ideal qualities, skills, and prior experience for the role, we believe in the potential for growth and value individual strengths. If you can demonstrate the majority of skills and strong experience to thrive in this role, we would encourage you to apply. 

At Harrods we believe the personality and authenticity of our people sets us apart. We celebrate and invite applications from all cultures, backgrounds, tastes, and experiences and are proud of our culture where people from all walks of life can grow and thrive. What makes you unique makes us exceptional.

If you want to know more about life at Harrods, search #TogetherHarrods on LinkedIn, or follow us on Instagram @togetherharrods.