About us
Club L London are the next-generation online retailer refining accessible luxury for forward-thinking women worldwide. Delivering timeless and trend-oriented styles in sizes 4-20 for every life moment, we design proudly in-house in the UK; with premium quality, exceptional fit and affordable style at the forefront.
Collaboration, communication and curiosity drive our extraordinary workforce – an ambitious team of diverse, experienced and up-and-coming talents that we think you’d fit right into.
A role at Club L is more than a job, it’s a lifestyle for the innovative, inspired and intuitive thinker.
The Role
We are looking for a driven and analytical Merchandiser to join our growing team. In this key role, you will be responsible for ensuring our products are well-positioned in the market, stock levels are optimized, and trade performance is continuously reviewed to drive business growth. You’ll collaborate closely with various teams, including Design, Marketing, E-commerce, and Supply Chain, to execute strategic initiatives and achieve financial targets. If you're a strategic thinker with a passion for retail and merchandising, we’d love to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities:
1. Trade Analysis & Action Planning
* Own the start-of-week trade analysis, identifying key trends, risks, and opportunities.
* Propose actionable recommendations to the Management to drive sales and address potential issues.
2. Stock Management & Replenishment
* Monitor inventory levels, making timely recommendations for stock replenishment and potential trading actions.
* Control stock levels in line with weekly sales data and stock intake (WSSI), ensuring products are available to meet customer demand without overstocking.
3. Best Sellers & Risk Management
* Identify top-selling products and ensure they reach their full potential through appropriate stock management and promotional strategies.
* Proactively identify and manage product risks, including underperforming lines and stock-outs.
4. Season Reviews & Future Planning
* Lead season reviews and lessons learned to inform future merchandising strategies.
* Apply insights from previous seasons to refine and improve the product range and planning for upcoming periods.
5. Merchandise Planning & Coordination
* Collaborate with the Design and product teams to develop and maintain a comprehensive merchandise plan that aligns with company objectives, customer demand, and financial targets.
* Ensure the merchandise plan reflects seasonal trends and customer preferences.
6. End-of-Season Sales (EOSS) & Product Exit Strategy
* Take ownership of the EOSS strategy and product exit plans, collaborating with the Merchandising Director and CCO to sign off on final markdowns and stock exit strategies.
* Ensure that product exit strategies are implemented effectively and with minimal impact to brand perception.
7. Collaboration with Commercial Teams
* Work closely with marketing, finance, and eCommerce teams to develop and execute commercial strategies and plans.
* Ensure that merchandising strategies are aligned with wider business goals and market trends.
8. Supplier Management & Negotiations
* Manage relationships with production team working closely on pricing, and delivery schedules to optimize product availability and margin.
* Ensure suppliers adhere to delivery timelines and quality standards, particularly for key product launches.
9. Team Management & Support
* Oversee the day-to-day management of the MAA and AM, ensuring their workload is effectively prioritized based on the current needs of the business.
* Provide guidance and support to team members to ensure high performance and effective task execution.
10. Ad-hoc Duties
* Provide additional support on ad-hoc projects and tasks as required, maintaining flexibility and adaptability to business needs.
Skills & Experience:
* Proven experience in merchandising, ideally within retail or fashion.
* Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and translate it into actionable insights.
* In-depth knowledge of stock management and trade analysis tools (e.g., WSSI).
* Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally.
* Strong negotiation skills with suppliers and an understanding of the supply chain process.
* Ability to manage multiple priorities and work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
* Experience in leading and developing a team.
What's on offer?
* Bi-annual bonus scheme
* 25 days' annual leave (plus bank holidays)
* Extra day off for your birthday
* Flexible working hours around core hours of 10-4
* Cycle to work scheme
* Enhanced pension contribution
* Enhanced maternity and sick pay
* 40% staff discount acrossLavish Alice and Club L products
* Healthcare Cashplan
* Free onsite gym with PT classes
* Social events
#J-18808-Ljbffr