Next Plc
Assortment and Space Analyst (FTC 12 months)- Victoria's Secret, London
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Mon - Thurs 09:00-17:00; Fri 09:00-16:45
About the Role
From planning and managing stock intake to monitoring performance and identifying opportunities, our Merchandising Team plays a key part in bringing our collections to life throughout stores and online. Working closely with Merch Planning, the team uses sales insights, space analysis, and customer demand to shape assortments, optimize option counts, and support buying decisions – making sure the right products are in the right place at the exact right time.
You will work collaboratively across Victoria's Secret teams to optimize how products are presented in our stores, making sure every space delivers the best possible customer experience while maximizing commercial performance. You'll develop, maintain, and analyze product ranges by tier and grade, taking into account sales performance, space productivity, fixtures, and customer profiles. You’ll also:
- Actively review space opportunities across our fleet seasonally (or as they arise) across width and depth of our ranges.
- Engage in store visits with the agility to react to business needs where required.
- Analyze & prioritize risks and opportunities, and their impact on teams and the wider business.
- Implement innovative space planning strategies that enhance Store experience and productivity.
- Monitor key metrics like sales per sqft, cover, and Margin return on investment.
- Partner with Merchandising, Retail, and visual teams to align space with inventory levels across all of our Brands working parallel with the trading calendar.
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About You
You'll be a confident analytical thinker, comfortable interpreting data, identifying trends, and turning insight into action. You thrive in a fast-paced retail environment, balancing attention to detail with a commercial mindset and a collaborative approach.
Previous experience in Space Planning or Assortment Planning would be advantageous, equipping you to succeed in a role that combines independent ownership with close cross-functional collaboration.
Core Skills
- Communication
- Problem solving
- Strategy planning
- Attention to detail
- Adaptability
- Excel, Google, and Microsoft Office
Victoria’s Secret UK & IRE is a joint venture between Victoria’s Secret & Co. and Next plc group uniting two global retail leaders to deliver iconic lingerie, seamless service, and standout brand storytelling across our stores and digital platforms.
We’re home to the world’s most-loved lingerie, iconic sleepwear, athleisure, swim, and award-winning fragrances. But it’s our people who make the magic. Our teams create unforgettable customer moments while shaping an inclusive and supportive workplace where individuality is celebrated.
We believe in potential as much as experience. If you’re passionate about the brand, aligned with our values, and excited to grow – even if you don’t tick every box – we’d still love to hear from you.
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So, apply today and help to shape the future of one of the world’s most iconic brands, where every colleague is empowered to feel confident, valued, and unapologetically themselves.
Being part of our iconic world isn’t the only thing we have on offer, you’ll also have access to:
- Set flexible working schedules to suit both the business and your lifestyle
- 25% off a wide selection of styles at Victoria's Secret, Next, Gap in-store
- Exclusive offers from over 3,500 retailers through Reward Gateway
- Incentives and competitions with amazing prizes that run all year round
- Access to free financial, health, and wellbeing services, including 24/7 digital GP
- Learning and development opportunities, as well as on-the-job training
- Core benefits such as pension contributions and life assurance
Conditions apply to all benefits. These benefits are discretionary and subject to change.
We aim to support all candidates during the application process and are happy to provide workplace adjustments when necessary. Should you need support with your application due to a disability or long-term condition, feel free to get in touch with us by email UKHR@victoriassecret.co.uk (please include 'Workplace Adjustments' in the subject line)
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