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To create and deliver the retail strategy for the Groups strategic direction across all our retail division To lead the merchandising team to deliver a commercial range of products on time and in full to the market to achieve the budgeted sales and contribution. Client Details A great opportunity for a Head of Merchandising to join a leading multi channel retailer in the Leeds area who are known for their internal progression. They are an established business that have been trading for a number of years. They sell through a number of different channels, store, ecommerce, wholesale etc. Description Assist the HOM to ensure all product strategies are executed in line with the overall business needs Assist the HOM with range planning including; analysis of previous seasons sales by pre-agreed attributes, proactively work with the HOM in updating the range plan forecasts throughout the season based on the business needs Support the HOM to communicate information effectively to all levels of the management team Support the HOM in preparation for seasonal launches including; summaries of previous seasons sales and current seasons delivery performance Manage a designated area / range taking daily control for all aspects under the guidance of your HOM. Within this you will present back to the HOM all findings for their consideration Develop detailed budgets to cover Sales, Returns, Margin and Intake for your designated area under the guidance of your HOM, presenting all workings to the HOM for their consideration People: Assist in training and supporting the departmental MDA where applicable. Updating and maintaining the weekly sales and margin reports, identifying any anomalies and understanding the reason behind these, feeding back your findings to the HOM Re-forecast the Wholesale sales and margin on a weekly basis, always maintaining a current view for your designated area/range and reporting any changes to the HOM Manage and set up the department critical path which includes chasing suppliers to adhere to deadlines. Participate in the CP meeting. Manage the SMS order process to ensure all critical dates are maintained Assist the HOM with stock, sales and cash flow via WSSI, Line Cards and/or Payment Schedules Manage OTB for your designated area/range via WSSI and report any changes or anomalies to the HOM Assist the HOM in the identification of over stocks and provide all necessary support to the HOM in clearing old / slow moving stock Monitoring all stock intake and stock levels for the relevant brands / warehouse / customers and ensuring stock is processed in a timely manner Ensuring the right stock is in the right place at the right time whether this is for Wholesale, Ecommerce or SMU Weekly review of core line cards and highlight any potential sales /stock risk to the HOM Producing size-scales and raising; cloth requisitions, purchase orders (bulk and samples), barcodes (where appropriate) Maintenance of the buying minutes and other functions including; activating products, entering price lists, entering production, cutting cloth, amending quantities and delivery dates when required Assisting the HOM in seasonal planning and providing forecasts to the buyers / suppliers Liaise with suppliers to ensure products are despatched to the agreed ex-factory date. Liaise with the sales team and customers to ensure that they are fully updated on all deliveries and answer any relevant queries Attend key internal and supplier meetings alongside the HOM. Complete all meeting minutes for the HOM. Review assess and present sales and margins in line with weekly trading meetings. In the absence of an MDA on the team - manage the daily office duties including; booking train tickets, maintaining the attendance register, ordering stationary To adhere to the Bonded Warehouse sampling procedure - raising orders for all samples entering the warehouse Set up any required new reports under the guidance of the HOM Identifying any training needs of the MDA and ensuring relevant training is provided Complete the EBIS invoice checking on the accounts system where appropriate Providing regular and ad hoc reports for internal/external teams and customers Profile Financial awareness and understanding of departmental budgets and margins Commercial and competitor awareness Strong housekeeping and organisational skills Numeracy Effective communicator Ability to work on own initiative Team player Good visual presentation skills Time management skills Ability to work under pressure Self-motivated Job Offer A generous holiday allowance of 25 days plus bank holidays. Early finish on a Friday Free parking Hybrid working An opportunity to play a key role in a leading retail company. Head of Merchandising Head of Merchandising Head of Merchandising
Store Manager Newport, Isle of Wight Why The Works? We don't just sell products. We inspire reading, learning, creativity and play. You sell the paint that turns someone into an artist. You provide the book that unleashes an inner author. You supply the games that help bring families together. You give someone the puzzle book that reconnects them with a late family member's memory. You never know who someone will become. So, with your passion and our products, you will help ignite the spark within people, allowing them to unleash their creativity, find new passions, hobbies, or rekindle fond memories. The unseen possibilities are limitless, and it all starts with you. Become a Retail Store Manager As a Retail Store Manager you'll be the captain of the shop floor, leading your team with energy and enthusiasm. Commercial success will be your mission, but you'll do it with a twist of creativity and a sprinkle of magic. You'll create unforgettable moments for our customers, leaving them with smiles on their faces and inspired to craft memories they'll cherish with our products! Through recruiting and nurturing your very own diverse team of Avengers, you'll support your team by helping them to grow and achieve their potential. But don't forget to have fun along the way it's in our DNA after all! We believe that a high performing team is a happy and engaged team. You'll spend a lot of time on the shop floor, working alongside your team, driving commerciality and setting the pace. You'll showcase an inspirational customer experience by creating moments that matter' with our customers. Your Mission Delight and inspire every customer by leading a team that offers an exceptional retail experience. With brilliant product knowledge and a touch of magic, you'll wow our customers with additional products and services. Create a store experience that's fun, friendly, accessible, and inclusive. You'll recruit team members who are full of potential, embodying our values and behaviours, to build a dream-team of retail superheroes. Collaboration is key! Join forces with fellow Retail Store Managers, Area and Regional teams, to share best practices and encourage continuous growth across the teams - we win together. Drive retail commerciality like a boss! Striving for fantastic sales and high performance across all KPI's. It's not all about numbers. Your store will shine with excellent standards and impeccable merchandising. From cleanliness to pricing, you'll make sure everything is picture-perfect. As a Retail Store Manager, you'll be on the front lines, shoulder-to-shoulder with your team, creating an environment that's always ready to welcome customers with open arms. A master of promotional change: You'll be the magician behind transforming our space to align with the Matrix (no, not the movie!), and the hottest seasonal trends. You'll be a merchandising master, effortlessly placing products in both planogrammed and non-planogrammed spaces. You'll soon be looking at a high SKU count like your best game of Tetris! Skills / Behaviours That Will Set You Apart Genuine and Authentic: Your positivity, creativity, and passion for our brand and products shine through. Talking to people is your superpower, and customers can't resist your helpful recommendations! Resilient Champion: You can handle the fast-paced retail environment like a boss, juggling busy days, heavy deliveries, and customers with ease. You're the ultimate multitasking hero! Stock Management Guru: You tackle the challenge of sorting, pricing, and merchandising deliveries like a pro! Embrace the boxes; they've got nothing on you! Being a Great Leader As a great leader with wonderful people skills, you'll create an environment that's more inclusive than just co-workers it's a team. Inspire and motivate your team in line with our employer brand, values, behaviours and purpose. Lead your team to reach their potential and steer your store to break records and get in the spotlight. Work collaboratively with support departments and peers. If something's not quite right, speak up so we can work together to get it right or make it better! - Nobody is too proud for constructive feedback so we all win together! But let's not forget about the most important part... your team's well-being and aspirations. You'll be their biggest supporter, cheering them on. You'll have amazing everyday conversations with your team, discussing everything from performance to career aspirations and helping them get there Our PERKS really are The Works' ?? 25% Colleague Discount! - Plus, exclusive Double Discount days! ?? MyWorks - Access exclusive online discounts across hundreds of retailers, holidays, utilities deals, tech and more! ?? Holiday 33 days, including bank holidays ?? Wagestream - Claim early access to 50% of your wages as you earn them for when life' happens! ? Can-Do Academy - Grow your skills and career with instant access to further training and development in areas that interest you. ? Share Scheme - Unleash your inner Monopoly mogul and own a piece of The Works! ?? 24/7 support for you and your family - Through our partnership with the Retail Trust who provide an Employee Assistance Programme and so much more! ?? Healthcare Cash Plan To support your everyday healthcare costs. ?? And loads more! Long service awards, pension, life assurance, Cycle to Work scheme and optional charity giving. Our Purpose To inspire reading, learning, creativity and play - making lives more fulfilled. Our Values We are Crafty ? We are Caring ?? We are Can-do ?? We Listen. We Care Each year, we run an anonymous colleague engagement survey. This is so important for us to hear your feedback and suggestions. We want to know what's going great, and what needs a couple of tweaks to help make The Works the best place you've ever worked! You'll have opportunity to help give us that direction. Promoting Diversity, Inclusion, and Applying Reasonable Adjustments. At The Works, we are proud to have an inclusive culture where everyone truly feels able to be themselves. Our roles are open to all, including under-represented groups