Junior Merchandising Adminstrator
Loch Leven’s Larder | Kinross
Full Time - 5 days
About Us
Loch Leven’s Larder is a family-run food and retail destination set on Channel Farm overlooking Loch Leven. We champion great local produce, thoughtful gifting and warm, genuine customer service. At the heart of the business is our vibrant food hall and retail/gift shop, alongside our in-house bakery, main café, and grab-and-go café, all working together to create a busy, welcoming destination loved by locals and visitors alike.
The Role
We are seeking a proactive and highly organised Junior Merchandiser & Administrator to support the day-to-day operation of our merchandising function. This role combines merchandise administration, sales and stock analysis across all aspects of the business, pricing and promotional support for the buying team, and general retail administration to ensure the smooth delivery of commercial and operational objectives.
The successful candidate will play an important role in maintaining accurate product information, supporting stock management, producing reports, and assisting with promotional and merchandising activities across the business.
Key Responsibilities
Merchandising Support
- Assist with sales, stock, and inventory reporting.
- Monitor product performance and highlight trends, opportunities, and potential risks.
- Support stock planning & replenishment.
- Assist with forecasting and demand planning.
- Maintain product and pricing information across internal systems.
- Support promotional planning and execution.
- Produce weekly, monthly & supplier trading reports to assist the buying team.
- Assist with stock transfers, markdowns, and clearance activities.
- Ensure product data is accurate and up to date.
Administrative Support
- Maintain merchandising records, reports, and documentation.
- Prepare spreadsheet for purchase orders.
- Supplier communications.
- Support the setup and maintenance of product files and SKU information.
- Assist with system data entry and validation.
- Monitor and resolve data discrepancies.
- Provide general administrative support to the buying and retail teams.
- Maintain filing systems and ensure records are accurate and compliant.
- Co-ordinate annual stock takes.
About You
Essential
- Previous administrative, retail, merchandising, or office support experience.
- Experience within a retail, wholesale, or merchandising environment.
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
- Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Strong numerical and analytical ability.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
Desirable
- Knowledge of stock management or inventory control processes.
- Experience using retail POS, or merchandising systems.
- Understanding of retail KPIs and commercial reporting.
Key Competencies
- Organisation and Planning
- Attention to Detail
- Commercial Awareness
- Analytical Thinking
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem Solving
- Communication Skills
- Data Accuracy
Benefits:
- Staff discount scheme.
- Ongoing training and career development opportunities.
- Health & Wellbeing platform.
- Supportive & inclusive team environment.
- Opportunity to gain experience across merchandising, retail operations, and administration.
Possible accommodation could be provided for the right candidate.
We want to hear from you.
Apply now by emailing [email protected] with your CV and covering letter, or send 5 bullet points on why you would suit this role.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £27,500.00 per year
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- Store discount
Work Location: In person
