Overview
Merchandising Admin Assistant Jobs in South Africa at MORI
Title: Merchandising Admin Assistant
Company: MORI
Location: South Africa
Product Merchandising Admin Assistant
Contractor Role
Location: Remote (South Africa-based)
Description
MORI is a digitally native, direct-to-consumer baby and toddler clothing brand established and headquartered in London. We exist to inspire parents to raise kinder generations so together we can give babies a softer & stronger start. We are a hard-working and close-knit team dedicated to creating quality products and a brand loved by parents, globally. For a young emerging brand, MORI has achieved significant critical acclaim and global recognition, partly fuelled by celebrity endorsements such as Kim Kardashian and other influencers, as well as winning multiple awards incl. Best Baby Brand (2018, 2019, 2020), Most Eco-Friendly Brand (2020, 2021, 2022), The Queen's Awards for Enterprise (2022), Can’t Live Without Parenting Product (2021, 2023), Made for Mum (2024), Best Sleepwear Brand, My Baba Awards (2025).
About The Opportunity
We are looking for a highly organised and detail-oriented Merchandising Admin Assistant to join our team on a contractor basis. As a key member of the merchandising department, you will support day-to-day administrative operations, ensuring smooth, efficient processes across the team and acting as a reliable link between departments and suppliers.
This is a hands-on role suited to someone who thrives on accuracy, enjoys working with data, and is comfortable operating independently in a remote environment.
Please note: This role is open to South Africa-based candidates only. This is a contractor position, the successful candidate will be responsible for their own tax and statutory obligations under South African law.
Key Responsibilities
Administrative Support
- Provide day-to-day administrative assistance to the merchandising team including preparing reports, managing documentation, and coordinating communication between departments
- Support ad-hoc tasks as required by the wider merchandising team
Data Creation & Management
- Input and maintain accurate product data across all relevant files, ensuring pricing and product attributes are correct and up to date
- Identify and flag data inconsistencies promptly to the relevant team members
Product & Supplier Coordination
- Coordinate with suppliers to ensure product availability and timely deliveries
- Work closely with internal teams to track product orders and shipments end to end
Purchase Order Management
- Assist in creating and managing purchase orders for new deliveries
- Ensure orders are fulfilled correctly and on time, escalating issues where necessary
Reporting & Documentation
- Compile and prepare reports on stock levels, sales performance, and other key merchandising metrics
- Maintain accurate and well-organised documentation to support the wider team
Cross-functional Communication
- Act as a liaison between the merchandising team and other key departments
- Help resolve issues relating to product setup efficiently and professionally
What We're Looking For
- Current or recent experience as a Merchandising Admin Assistant or similar analytical/administrative role
- Minimum one year of hands-on experience working with Excel and/or Google Sheets
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage and prioritise multiple tasks simultaneously
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to build cross-functional relationships remotely
- Comfortable working independently and managing your own time effectively in a remote setting
Personal Attributes
- Highly analytical with exceptional attention to detail
- Calm under pressure with the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Structured and methodical in your approach to work
- A reliable self-starter who takes ownership and follows through
- Collaborative and professional in all communications, internal and external
