Merchandiser
London
I am currently recruiting for an experienced Merchandiser to join a well-known apparel and retailer based within their Head Office in London.
You will be responsible for implementing and managing the multi-channel merchandising strategy on your own product area. As an integral part of the Merchandising team, you will enjoy working in a busy fast paced retail support office environment; some of your duties will include;
* Implement a customer centric Category range / strategy.
* Responsible for managing the category budget.
* Managing WSSI by accurately forecasting demand, OTB, returns, and margin.
* Building relationships with internal teams to continuously develop & optimise product lines.
* Continually monitor both market & competitor activity
* Working cross functionally with warehousing, shipping, finance & sales teams to optimise sales and margin, while ensuring high levels of professionalism are achieved.
* Working closely with internal teams to improve product forecasting.
* Reviewing Daily, Weekly, and Monthly Sales performance
* Contributing to the supplier review processes
* Highlighting & reviewing stock management/ flow to increase sales of high performing lines & reduce less successful lines.
* Taking full ownership of your area and acting on any category issues as they arise.
* Assisting with developing the junior team members
Key requirements for this role:
* Previous experience in retail Merchandising is essential.
* Good level of education is required.
* Highly accurate with a good attention to detail
* Ability to manage a varied workload.
* High commercial awareness
* Strong numerical skills with the ability to analyse data.
* Excellent communication skills and the ability to liaise / influence effectively at all levels.
* Good working knowledge of MS Office products specifically Excel
If you think you have the right experience as a Merchandiser or are a Junior Merchandiser looking for the opportunity to step up and develop your career, then get in touch and apply today.