Is the online destination for luxury fashion from previous seasons. Since 2009, it has showcased style that lasts, by offering past-season womenswear and menswear, including exclusive capsules, from world-leading designer brands. THE OUTNET brings joy through its curated world of luxury fashion, featuring exceptional styles that transcend seasons, at up to 70% off. Extending the life of luxury beyond the current season is at the heart of its mission, further enhanced through its Considered edit of more responsible fashion and dedicated upcycled product collaborations. THE OUTNET is part of LuxExperience, the leading digital, multi-brand luxury group.
THE OUTNET are now seeking a talented Junior Merchandiser to join the team. Some of the essentials for you to know are:
Location: Our Westfield office in Shepherd's Bush
Reporting into: Senior Merchandiser
Besides a competitive salary, we can offer you:
1. Performance bonus schemes dependent on the type of role you are in
2. A pension that both you and the company contribute too
3. A portal with an array of discounts on things like theme park and cinema tickets
4. Our famous staff discount along with exclusive staff sales
5. Private healthcare for you and your family
6. Flexible working
7. A chance to be part of a fun and caring team that support each other
Here is a breakdown of what you’ll be doing:
Planning
8. With guidance from Merchandiser, full year planning and reforecasting for department of responsibility driven from historic analysis and strategic goals, in line with Company vision
9. Submit monthly sales, stock and markdown forecasts relating to total business and department targets
10. Submit clearance forecasts to support sales, margin & closing stock targets
11. With guidance from Merchandiser, full year brand planning with in season reforecasting to reflect trade and supply opportunities / risks
12. Own vendor planning packs reflecting the dynamic business changes
13. Work with buying teams to sign off OTB targets, working collectively on strategies to support sales and margin targets
Trading
14. Pro-actively manage and control departments in line with trade activity to minimise risks and maximise opportunities for monthly and seasonal KPI’s
15. Manage intake flow into business to hit monthly forecasts, drive sales and minimise risks
16. Review and present in season stock opportunities and risks to merchandiser in line with forecasts to maximise sales and reduce stocks
17. Working with Upload Planners to forecast adequate upload levels in line with sales budgets / re-forecasts
18. Suggest in season tactical actions to ensure departments hit KPI’s
19. Key contact for all analysis and conclusions relating to departments of responsibility
20. Conduct detailed ad-hoc and pro-active analytical analysis relating to all KPI’s and dependants
Team
21. Work closely with Merchandiser and internal stakeholders to strive to improve and challenge existing processes
22. Demonstrate and reinforce the Company Vision and Values at all times
23. Role model the company message to the team and the need to drive profitability
24. Provide on the job coaching & support to ensure that direct reports are able to meet and exceed the requirements of the role
25. Monitor and review performance of direct reports, with merchandiser identify individuals who are ready for promotion or require performance improvement plans
26. Alongside Merchandiser take appropriate corrective action with team members who fall below standard (in consultation with HR Department)
The type of person we are looking for:
27. Graduate level education (or equivalent)
28. Extensive relevant experience in fashion retail merchandising preferably with online and branded experience
29. Numerate with strong analytical and computer skills
30. Proven track record of creating positive impact on business through merchandising strategy
31. Good judgement and decision making skills
32. Confidence in suggesting calculated risks
33. Strong customer awareness and understanding
34. Passionate about product, strong market and brand awareness
35. Discreet and professional with excellent communication skills
36. Exceptionally organised, methodical and efficient
37. Time keeping & ability to meet stringent deadlines
38. Must have the confidence to contribute ideas to the team and working processes – even those outside your day-to-day remit
39. Pro-active and able to show initiative/ideas to constantly improve the The Outnet offering.