Merchandise Assistant

Job Description

Our Petbarn category team are currently seeking a motivated Merchandise Assistant or Buyer’s Assistant to join our Dog and Cat Food Category. Reporting to the Assistant Category Manager this role will suit a driven and motivated merchandise assistant or buyers assistant looking to be part of a growing brand.

About the role

This is a highly administrative and analytical role, ideal for someone who is organised, detail-focused and eager to grow within specialty retail buying. You’ll work closely with the Category Manager and internal stakeholders to support product, range, reporting and supplier activity.

What you’ll do

• Maintain product and range files, ensuring data accuracy and timely updates
• Support the preparation of brand presentations, sales reports and category performance analysis
• Assist with range review analysis and supplier promotional plans
• Provide administrative support to the Category team as required
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders across Stores, Supply Chain, Marketing and Space Planning

What’s in it for you?

• Exposure to every aspect of buying within a growing and evolving category
• The opportunity to work with an experienced Category Manager in a supportive environment
• A dynamic Support Office environment where your input is valued and heard
• Hybrid working options, with 2–3 office days per week
• The opportunity to bring your dog to work

If you’re ready to grow your buying career in a supportive, pet-loving team, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to join Petbarn’s Food Category team.

Qualifications

What you’ll bring

• At least two years’ experience in product administration support, Merchandise Assistant or Buyer’s Assistant role
• Experience in a fast-paced retail support office environment, highly regarded
• A genuine passion for specialty retail, products and pets
• Strong attention to detail, organisation and analytical capability
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills, including VLOOKUP and pivot tables
• Experience preparing reports, analysing data and creating graphs
• Strong communication skills and confidence working with suppliers, stores and support office teams
• The ability to multitask, manage priorities and work with multiple stakeholders
• A positive, collaborative attitude and a desire to progress into a future buying role

Additional Information

#Petbarn