Job Description

Trading Assistant

Application Deadline: 30 June 2026

Department: Merchandising

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: London

The Merchandising and Trading teams play an integral part of the business as they ensure that we have the right products, in the right store/website, at the right time with the right quantities. They work closely with the Buying team to plan and build the ranges taking control of stock levels to maximise profit.

We are looking for individuals with analytical minds who want to jump start a career in Merchandising. Our entry level merchandising teams consists of talented MAA's and Trading Assistants, both in which share a love for numbers and analytical thinking. As this is an entry level role, our merchandising team will train and develop you so that you can have a successful career in this area.

Key Responsibilities

Run daily and weekly sales reports and distribute to the team
Review intake of stock for the category and manage any queries from our retail stores to ensure allocations are delivered in a timely manner, highlighting any concerns to the wider team
Support the Trading Manager with store performance and product optimisation
Maintain good systems ‘house keeping’ within the category
Share best practices across the buying and merchandising community

We would like to meet someone who is

Strong analytical skills
Good Excel knowledge
Excellent work ethic and great initiative
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Works in a high level of accuracy

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package
Hybrid working, 3 days in London based office & 2 working from home
Holiday allowance
50% staff discount & 25% for family and friends
Pension scheme

About Mountain Warehouse

Established in 1997, Mountain Warehouse has grown rapidly to become the largest Outdoor Retailer in the UK, with 400+ stores worldwide and strong online sales both in the UK and Internationally.

To keep us on the cutting edge of the outdoor world we are always on the lookout for talented, enthusiastic people from all walks of life who love to be part of a fast paced team. If you embrace hard work, love change and strive to always make things bigger and better then come join us.

We have a vibrant, busy office full of great people. There are loads of opportunities to get involved in projects away from your day to day and plenty of opportunity for growth across all departments. If you think you have what it takes to join the Mountain Warehouse adventure check out our Current Vacancies.

Industry

Retail & Ecommerce

Company Size

1,001-5,000 employees

Headquarters

London, GB

Year Founded

1997

Website

mountainwarehouse.com

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