The Dune Group
Global Assistant Merchandiser (1 year FTC)
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Dune London – Global Merchandising Manager Position
About Us
Dune London is the UK’s leading affordable luxury footwear and accessories brand, with a strong presence both domestically and internationally. Boasting 50 stores in the UK and over 100 in 25 countries, the company is poised for sustained growth through new store openings, expanded online sales, and partnerships across the globe. Celebrating 30+ years of success, Dune has established itself as a go-to specialist in quality fashion footwear and accessories, occupying a unique position at the high end of the high-street sector.
About the Role
You’ll be joining our brilliant Global Merchandising team, where detailed analysis, accurate forecasting, and strategic allocation will ensure we deliver the best possible product range for our Global retail partners.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading weekly trade analysis, reporting, and planning meetings with comprehensive information
- Regularly reviewing sales and stock using WSSI (Weekly Sales Summary Index) and line projections to recommend optimal intake strategies for maximising sales
- Collaborating closely with the merchandising and buying teams to manage weekly task lists, trade actions, and execution of distribution plans
- Overseeing sales, promotions, and price changes, with a focus on their impact on intake margin and gross margin—critical drivers of profitability
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This is a fixed-term contract (FTC) role, lasting 1 year.
About You
We’re looking for someone who can bring the following to the team:
- Excel expertise – Confidence in using advanced Excel tools for data analysis
- Commercial acumen – A strong understanding of customer needs and how they align with the Dune brand
- Experience in:
- Allocation and stock management
- Line card forecasting
- WSSI updating
- Proactive approach – ability to:
- Deputise for Merchandisers when needed
- Identify opportunities and risks to profit, taking swift action
- Market awareness – Staying informed on trends that influencing business performance
- Passion for footwear/accessories – A deep understanding of current trends
- Team leadership – Ability to contribute opinions in meetings while fostering an open collaboration culture
Perks & Benefits
We offer:
- Blended working – Flexibility to balance office presence and remote work
- Sustainable West London HQ – Located near Westfield
- Friendly culture – Flat hierarchies, middle ground structures, and development opportunities
- Charity partnerships – Current affiliation with Mental HealthUK
- Discounts – 60% employee discount on Dune products
- Work-life balance –
- 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
- Early finish – Leave by 3 PM every Friday
- Access to employee assistance programme (retailTRUST) with:
- Free counselling
- Legal advice
- Financial guidance
- Wellbeing support – Dedicated Wellbeing Allies for mental health attendance
- Wellbeing perks –
- Cycle-to-work scheme
- Pension scheme
- Life assurance
- Team culture –
- Team socials & drinks
- Growth avenues within a dynamic brand
- Policy of open-mindedness – Encouragement to share ideas
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- Your application will be reviewed—if not a match, we’ll inform you promptly but cannot provide tailored feedback.
- If we’re excited about you, we’ll arrange a call—don’t forget to research the brand, the role, and key contacts ahead of time (LinkedIn profiles to website store visits) and prepare strong examples from your experience and skills.
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