1. Hybrid Working 3 day office 2 work from home days a week
2. Free Parking ; Close to transport links
About Our Client
A great opportunity to join a market leading textile business in the Greater Manchester office. They design and produce textiles for the Bedroom, living room etc. They have a great reputation in the industry with a number of long service employees. They take Sustainability very seriously and are members of Better Cotton for example.The company is committed to delivering quality products to its customers while maintaining a supportive work environment. They operate with a focus on efficiency, innovation, and customer satisfaction.
Job Description
3. Stock management, working to multiple supplier lead time demands to ensure stock KPI targets are met to achieve 100% availability to demand
4. Analysing customer forecasts and sales information weekly / Monthly / year vs Year to assist effective planning.
5. Work effectively with internal stakeholders, ensuring cohesion between sales, merchandising, production and warehouse.
6. Actively monitor the sales forecasts and performances, reacting and communicating to the customer and channels team on issues for effective resolution.
7. Extensive use of Excel spreadsheets to provide accurate data including:
8. Maintaining both Customer and internal Sales performance vs forecast vs stock reports
9. Planning stock purchase demands and warehouse intake schedules.
10. Stock status reporting, communicating all over stocks and clearance lines to the sales teams to prompt targeted promotional activity.
11. Continuously monitor sales run rate performance in line with stock availability to maintain targeted weeks cover
12. Manage stocks and to ensure targeted stock availability is achieved whilst keep stock levels at optimum levels for the business to optimise the storage facility.
The Successful Applicant
A successful Merchandiser should have:
13. A strong understanding of the retail industry and merchandising principles.
14. Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret sales data.
15. Proficiency in relevant software and tools for stock management and reporting.
16. Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
17. The ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
18. Adaptability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
19. A proactive approach to problem-solving and decision-making.
What's on Offer
20. Hybrid working arrangement with 3 days in the office and 2 days at home.
21. 25 days of holiday entitlement plus bank holidays.
22. Free parking available on-site.
23. Flexible working options to support work-life balance.
This is an excellent opportunity for a driven Merchandiser to join a respected company in Oldham. If you are ready to take the next step in your retail career, we encourage you to apply today.