Job Description

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

Support the Garment Merchandising team in maintaining strong relationships with key garment suppliers and shareholders. Assist senior merchandisers with garment supplier discussions, including cost prices, lead times, and payment terms. Help prepare and maintain stock and sales performance reports, learning how to identify trends and opportunities to drive sales. Work closely with the team to monitor pricing across garment categories, helping to ensure we stay competitive while protecting profitability. Develop an understanding of how our garment ranges perform by researching competitors and learning about the wider retail market. Collaborate with departments across the business to support sales, profit and efficient stock management. Contribute to product development by gathering feedback, checking reviews, and assisting with quality or fit improvement tasks. Provide day-to-day administrative and analytical support to the Garment Merchandising team.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:

Ideally 6-12 months' experience in a merchandising, garment buying, or purchasing role (internships or placements also considered). Interest in the garment production process and building supplier relationships - any experience with overseas garment suppliers (East Asia region) is a bonus. Enthusiastic, proactive and keen to develop within a fast-paced fashion or sportswear environment. Strong numeracy and analytical skills - confident using Excel and other Microsoft programs. Excellent attention to detail and accuracy when handling product or sales information. Willingness to learn about garment costing, negotiation and commercial decision-making. Able to manage your time effectively, prioritise workload, and stay calm when things get busy. Good communication and teamwork skills, with a positive and collaborative attitude. Highly organised, motivated and eager to support the wider garment merchandising function. Some familiarity or interest in learning about WSSI tools and category planning.

WHAT YOU'LL GET:

Health & Wellbeing

?- Workouts, Run Club, Nature Trail, Wellness Allowances, Gym Memberships, On-Site Gym (Coming Soon!), Golf Memberships & Mental Health Support

29 Days Annual Leave (Including Bank Holidays)

?- Increases with Length of Service Flexible Working Hours

Social Events

?- Busy Schedule of Parties, Sports Tournaments, Charity Events & Lots More! Table?Tennis, Pool Tables & Sports Equipment in the Office

Additional Benefits Available

?- Help to?Buy Scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme, Discounted Travel Schemes & Lots More! Product Discount on Net World Sports & Affiliate Partner Products

Subsidised On-Site Bistro

?- Serving Freshly Prepared Food Every Day for Breakfast & Lunch

Employee Recognition

?- Bonus & Commission Schemes and Performance, Length of Service & Life Event Rewards

Employee Support

?- Saving Schemes, Legal & Financial Advice, Parental Guidance

OUR VALUES:

Go above and beyond:

Get stuck in and show your passion!

Ideas over hierarchy:

If you have an idea, speak up! It doesn't matter what role you're in, we want everyone to shout about ways the business can develop and improve.

Be bold, move fast:

We value speed; we make fast decisions, trust our guts and get things done as efficiently as possible.

Keep it simple:

Don't over-complicate it!

Results driven:

We embrace results that drive positive change, even if it means occasional failure. Mistakes are valuable as long as we learn from them and avoid repeating them.

Growth:

We're a fast-growing business and we want our staff to grow with us.

CONTACT:

Gareth Davies (Recruitment Specialist) / careers@networldsports.com / 07979 815630 / linkedin.com/in/garethdanieldavies

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 24,000.00-28,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Canteen Casual dress Company events Company pension Cycle to work scheme Discounted or free food Employee discount Flexitime Free fitness classes Free or subsidised travel Free parking Gym membership Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Referral programme Store discount
Work Location: In person