Who we are
Roseland is UK Furniture retailer established in Truro, Cornwall, 2011. With a strong start up mentality, Roseland already has a solid base from which to build its market share and fully expects to become a significant and recognised brand in the furniture retail space over the next 3-5 years.
Just like any start-up we are expanding, learning, and growing quickly.
Job Description
At this exciting time, we are looking to appoint a Commercial Assistant to support the Buying & Merchandising function here at Roseland. Reporting into the Commercial Director, you will be accountable for providing support across the commercial function. We are looking for you to work at pace and help shape the future of Buying & Merchandising for the business.
Responsibilities Include:
- Support the commercial team from a Buying and Merchandising perspective, ensuring good commercial awareness of the wider market trends and competitor activities.
- Support the Buying function with weekly sales reviews, to respond to the data produced.
- Ability to interpret and adapt to market trends and direction, ensuring the range is differentiating and targeted to the needs of the customer.
- Support the team with the co-ordination of sample collation and build (where applicable).
- Accurately and effectively managing vendor cost files and issues resolved within a timely manner.
- Closely monitoring the critical path, providing support to the wider commercial team, and contributing to the management of the production critical path. Working with internal and external partners to ensure smooth management of the critical path.
- To support the Merchandiser with the creation of new products.
- To support the Customer Service team by answering product queries quickly and concisely.
- Supporting the department by ensuring the management and update of master data within the system and relevant documents.
- To support the commercial team with the co-ordination and preparation for range for sign off and systemic elements of the buying process, ensuring the timely completion of the relevant systemic approvals and processes.
- Assist the commercial function with the planning and implementation of promotional campaigns.
- As the business grows - work with the Merchandiser & Buyer to analyse historical sales in line with trends and design direction to manage product mix parameters including price architecture, colour balance, shape and margin to deliver a highly commercial and balanced range.
- Supporting the Merchandiser with preparation of stock for show room and clearance store locations.
- Please note that this job description is not exhaustive and additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.
Essential Experience
- Proficient knowledge of Excel.
- Previous experience in an administrative or assistant role is preferred.
- Flexible approach to working within a growing organisation, with the ability to be proactive and reactive to the wider commercial environment.
- Highly organised with attention to detail when performing tasks, ability to anticipate and manage problems, with an ability to prioritise and escalate where necessary.
- Data Systems experience (Orderwise/SAP) or a clear demonstration of the ability to learn to use systems quickly.
- Good communication skills; communicating clearly using phone, email, Teams etc. internally and externally.
- The ideal candidate will be an individual who thrives working within a strong team and enjoys working at pace.
- Full UK driving license and access to your own vehicle
Desirable Experience
- Previous experience in a similar role within a retail environment.
- Passion for products and keen to learn about our brand and customer.
- A digital mind-set that supports the growth of online business.
- Knowledge of the Furniture & Homewares industry.
Key relationships and stakeholders
- UK Wholesale & Overseas Suppliers
- Commercial Team
- Creative Website Team
- Customer Service
- Merchandising
Benefits
- 20 days annual leave plus national holidays
- Work from home with office start-up expense budget
- Expense reimbursement
- Workplace pension
- Employee discount
- Training within both a buying and merchandising function. Please note that this job description is not exhaustive and additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.
If you are a detail-oriented individual with excellent organizational skills and a strong ability to multitask, we would love to hear from you. Please apply with your updated resume highlighting your relevant experience.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From £28,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Work from home
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Newark-on-Trent NG23 5PN: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
- A-Level or equivalent (required)
Experience:
- Microsoft Excel: 3 years (preferred)
- Administrative: 1 year (preferred)
Language:
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Newark-on-Trent NG23 5PN
