Merchandising Admin Assistant: Outlets in London

Job description

About us

Dune London is the leading affordable luxury footwear and accessories brand in the UK, with broad distribution across both the UK and internationally. It has 50 stores in the UK and over 100 in 25 countries around the world. The company is entering a period of sustained growth both through additional stores, expansion of sales on its online channels and through third party partners both in the UK and globally. Celebrating its 30th anniversary the group has over the years built an enviable position as the specialist in quality fashion footwear and accessories which has given it a unique position at the high end of the high street.

About the role

As a key connector between Buying and Merchandising, you’ll be the go-to person ensuring everything runs smoothly behind the scenes.

In this dynamic role, you’ll take ownership of the critical path, manage delivery schedules, and handle order raising with precision. You’ll also dive into data, producing insightful weekly and ad-hoc reports that help drive smart decisions. Your analytical mind and sharp eye for detail will be essential in supporting the team with both strategic analysis and day-to-day admin.

If you thrive in a collaborative environment, love keeping things organised, and enjoy turning numbers into stories, this is your chance to make a real impact.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Planning & Analysis

• Support seasonal planning and budget decisions
• Keep the range plan up to date

Order Management

• Maintain the critical path and liaise with suppliers
• Raise and manage purchase orders with accuracy

Intake & Delivery

• Update delivery schedules weekly
• Assist with store transfer communication

Trading Support

• Prepare weekly trade packs and daily sales reports

Promotions

• Compile line lists and update promotional calendars
• Load price changes into the system

Reporting & Insights

• Analyse data to spot trends and support decision-making
• Help maximise sales through reporting and team support

EXPERIENCE / SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Competent Excel user
• Excellent knowledge of all basic merchandising principles
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Professional approach, accurate, honest, tactful, self-motivated and enthusiastic
• Able to work independently, take initiative and work as part of a team
• The ability to build good relationships
• A passion for Retail industry
• Excellent time management skills
• Adaptive and flexible to fast paced Retail environment
• Ability to plan and prioritise workload in line with the needs of department and company

Desired

• Previous administration experience.
• A related degree and a head office placement within a similar retailer

About the perks

• Blended working – spreading your time across our office and remote working
• Brand new sustainable office in bustling West London (near Westfield)
• Friendly and open culture with flat structures allowing plenty of opportunity for development.
• Company growth and opportunity; Dune is opening new stores and channels and evolving all the time
• Open-minded company, welcoming thoughts and ideas to be shared
• Working with charitable organisations to help raise funds and give something back. Our current charity partner is Mental Health UK.
• 60% employee discount on Dune products – what’s not to love!
• 25 days holiday (plus the bank holidays)
• Cycle2work
• Company pension scheme
• Life assurance for all team members
• We look after our people
• 3.00 p.m. Finish every pay day Friday!
• Team socials and drinks – we like to have fun!
• Access to our employee assistance programme, retailTRUST, who provide loads of resources to support with wellbeing and personal development offer free counselling legal advice and financial guidance.
• Our own Wellbeing Allies – there to talk when you need them.

What happens next?

We will take a good look at your application and if we don’t feel we are right for you, we’ll make sure we let you know but sadly we are not able to give tailored feedback.

If we are excited to find out more about you, we will give you a call and arrange to talk.

A few things that might help:

• Research the brand, the role, your interviewer on LinkedIn; browse our website; and visit a store if you can
• Make sure you have plenty of examples to show off all your amazing skills and experience relevant to this role

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

London

Type of Contract

Casual / Part Time Jobs

Published at

06-11-2025

Profession type

Retail

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English