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Role: Trainee Merchandiser
Location: Head Office, Unit 1-3 Ridgway, Havant, Hampshire, PO9 1QJ
Working Arrangements: Hybrid Working
Contract Type: Full-Time, Fixed Term (2 months)
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Who are we? For over 30 years, we've travelled, laughed, and grown. We believe life is for living and more fun with those we love. Our purpose is to bring style and positivity to our customers' lives through the clothes we make, the things we do, and the values we uphold. We are Made for Life. Considered style. Trusted quality. Sustainably sourced. Proud to be a B Corp TM.
Equality and inclusion isn’t just an aspiration but the standard. We promote and drive equality within our workforce to foster an inclusive environment where everyone can connect with our customers, colleagues, and communities. You play a key role in creating a workplace free from prejudice, racism, sexism, harassment, bullying, and marginalisation.
Role Overview:
The Trainee Merchandiser will work alongside the Merchandising team to influence our FatFace product ranges. You will manage stock levels to maximize sales and minimize markdown risk, enhancing profitability. You will learn to trade ranges, react to customer preferences, and collaborate with our global suppliers to ensure stock availability.
Role Responsibilities:
1. With support, learn the skills required to progress within merchandising; initially managing stock for your department.
2. Manage your department's launch position to ensure optimal stock placement for profitability.
3. Receive regular coaching and feedback from your Merchandise team to support your development.
4. Order and manage stock intake from international suppliers.
5. Update product systems with accurate delivery dates and shipment modes.
6. Analyze sales data to forecast future stock needs.
7. Participate in range building and sign-off meetings, influencing future product ranges.
Skills and Experience:
* Ability to build strong relationships across functions.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel and PowerPoint.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills with confidence.
* Organized with the ability to prioritize tasks.
* Excellent relationship-building skills internally and externally.
* Data interpretation skills to identify opportunities.
* Basic understanding of percentages and numeracy.
* Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
* Approachable team player with a driven and decisive attitude.
Role Competencies:
* Passion for the FatFace brand and its values.
* Experience with Excel & Next Product System.
* Brand and commercial awareness.
Key Contacts and Relationships:
* Merchandiser
* Merchandising Manager
* Team members in D, B, M, and Sourcing
* Brand team
* Channels: Retail, Ecommerce, Wholesale & Partners
* Logistics
* Directors
Resources:
* Brand Integrity: aligned with Brand identity
* Company integrity: external relationships
* Financial: ensure category profitability within budgets
* Stock management: maximize profitability and availability
Benefits:
* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
* Monthly discount allowance
* Perkbox platform access from day one
* Thrive learning system with extensive content
* Dental Insurance (employee funded)
* Pension scheme
* EAP support
* Sick pay allowances
* Sabbatical leave
* Enhanced family policies, e.g., Maternity Leave
* Refer a friend scheme
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