As a Senior Merchandiser, you will be responsible for leading the team to deliver all Channel Sales, Markdown, Stock, Intake, and Profit Plans. Be influential in the implementation of change to achieve our company goals/objectives.
Job Title – Senior Merchandiser
Location – JD Group, Hollinsbrook Way, Pilsworth, Bury, BL9 8RR.
Working rota – Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm
Working hours – 40 Hours per week.
What You'll Be Doing:
Strategy (10%):
With the Buyer review previous season and capture lessons learned
With the Buyer create the strategy for the department and present
Drive Team development supporting the business to facilitate internal promotions and succession planning
Plan (35%):
Approve the proposed grading from the trading Merchandiser for input into the assortment planning process
Review the SMT plan at Buyer Group/Season annually and apply plan at Category/Season level to meet the Buyer Group/Season plan
Quarterly plan at Category/Season level with the Buyer to submit a plan on the System that reflects the best possible mix of product to deliver the KPI’s
Formulate range plan at Store level in conjunction with the Buyer quarterly
Attend selection/pre-selection meetings with the Buyer and suppliers
Plan the pre-scheduling to meet the range plan – in conjunction with Assistant Merchandisers
Trade (50%):
Review weekly trading performance and achieved KPI’s, identifying Issues & the course of action in preparation for the weekly Trading meetings.
Propose and agree actions to recover risk and maximise opportunities with the Buyer at category and line level.
Monthly – Capture all agreed actions in the monthly forecast reviews
Work up the forecast from category/Season level to Buyer Group
Meet and gain approval : Incorporating
Forecasting any sales variance to plan
Creation of OTB’s
Management of commitments- On time delivery, rebuys cancellations
Markdown proposals
Provide Retail with Merchandising aids through the Store Allocators
Manage the range plan in Season reflecting any changes
Create and Manage/monitor sell out dates against all products
Establish collaborative working relationships across functions including Online ,Store operations, visuals, Marketing, Finance, DC and Stores.
Deputise in Merchandise Managers absence to ensure smooth running of area at all times.
Stock (5%):
Overview the ratio’s for all buys in conjunction with Assistant merchandiser
Ensure that the Buy matches the plan buy
Manage Intake at category and line level
Behavioural:
Delivering Excellence Working at a consistently high standard & with enthusiasm. you work to deliver a high quality service to meet personal and team expectations.
Responsibility (Delivers results) Take ownership of your work and use your initiative to deliver. Take responsibility for your own actions & decisions
Team Work You work with others to reach a common goal; sharing information, supporting colleagues and searching out expertise and solutions from relevant stakeholders.
Leadership You lead by example through your behaviours and professional approach to work; inspiring your colleagues and driving for results.
Communication You communicate clearly and concisely, ensuring that the message is understood by all.
What We're Looking For:
Experience within a similar role is essential
Experience within a sports/fashion retailer is advantageous
Highly numerate and strong commercial focus
Proven deliverables within previous roles