Assistant Merchandiser - MP Activewear

Role: Assistant Merchandiser | MP Activewear

Brand / Business Unit: MP Activewear

Reporting to: Merchandiser

Location: THG HQ, Manchester (WA15 0AF) - Fully Office Based 

 

THG Nutrition:  

THG Nutrition is home to some of the best loved and most trusted names in wellbeing and nutrition, including Myprotein, the world's largest online sports nutrition brand, and its family of brands, Myvegan, Myvitamins and MP Activewear. Our brands and people exist to break boundaries; to power and empower those who want more. 

Why be a Assistant Merchandiser at THG Nutrition?

We are seeking a highly organised, analytical, and proactive Assistant Merchandiser to support our merchandising function within the MP Activewear clothing team. This role plays a key part in ensuring smooth stock flow, accurate planning, and efficient operational coordination across suppliers and warehouses. 

You will work closely with the Merchandiser and wider teams to help drive sales performance while maintaining strong control over stock intake, deliveries, and supplier management. 

As a Assistant Merchandiser you’ll:  

Stock & Intake Management 

• Manage intake to the warehouse, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of stock 
• Oversee and track shipments from suppliers through to warehouse receipt 
• Liaise with freight forwarders to monitor shipment schedules and resolve delays 
• Raise and maintain Purchase Orders (POs), ensuring accuracy across systems 
• Ensure delivery standards and supplier compliance requirements are met 
• Coordinate with warehouse staff to resolve discrepancies in deliveries, shortages, or damages 
• Monitor intake flow against plan and escalate potential risks to trade plans 

Planning & Trading Support 

• Support forecasting, stock planning, and replenishment activities 
• Support promotional planning and seasonal launches 

Reporting & Administration 

• Prepare weekly and monthly trading reports 
• Maintain accurate product, shipment, and stock data 
• Track supplier performance and delivery KPIs 

What skills and experience do I need for this role? 

• Previous experience in merchandising, supply chain, buying, or retail operations desired but not essential 
• Strong numerical and analytical skills 
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail 
• Ability to prioritise and manage multiple deadlines 
• Confident communicator with strong stakeholder management skills 
• Proficient in Excel 

What’s in it for me? 

Career Development 

• Access bespoke development programmes that have been designed and developed by our in-house L&D team. 
• Develop your expertise through our upskilling programme that is delivered in partnership with an industry-leading training provider. 

Enhanced Leave 

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays. 
• Don’t want to work on your birthday? We don’t either! Enjoy your day off on us! 
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay, depending on length of service. 
• Up to 10 days compassionate leave. 
• Buy back up to 3 days each year. 
• Unlock 2 days volunteer leave after 12 months 

Wellbeing Support 

• Access face-to-face and virtual appointments with our in-house GP. 
• Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), which is provided by Bupa. 
• State-of-the-art on-site gym. 
• Access to our on-site physio. 

Other Perks 

• Save up to 12% on the cost of personal tech through our salary sacrifice scheme. 
• Subsidised bus pass from Manchester City Centre to our ICON office. 
• Up to 50% staff discount on THG brands. 
• On-site staff shop. 
• Know someone who would be perfect for THG? Refer them and get up to £1,000 when they pass their probation. 
• Anniversary gifts when you hit 5 and 10 years of service. 
• We are an equal opportunities employer. 

We’re committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that allows everyone to thrive, and strongly encourage all candidates from all backgrounds and identities to apply. 

Please email talent@thg.com if you require any additional support or need to make any adjustments to our recruitment process. You don’t need to disclose your disability or condition; you just need to let us know what support you need or changes you need to make. If you’re not sure, we can work with you to explore the available options.