As a Merchandiser you will be working closely with our Head of Merchandising to support the growth of the Brand. We are looking for a candidate already operating at an experienced Merchandiser level within a fast paced retail business, experience in DTC private label is a must. When you're not busy planning and managing stock levels, you'll also be looking after intake and focusing on sales performance. You'll be part of the go-to team for many other business areas, and should have experience in building cross-functional relationships and multitasking.
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING
- Responsibility for the WSSI, driving out key findings based on performance. Reviewing consistently in line with trading performance.
- Planning of budgets by category, option count, and depth of buy based on the overall business and financial goals of the company.
- Monitor stock levels to ensure products are launched in a timely manner, we are fully in stock of continuity lines, and highlight any risk.
- Review sales forecasts based on performance, and action re-forecasts.
- Analyse and monitor best and worst sellers and makes informed recommendations for action as well as restocks as necessary.
- Monitors and maintains buying margin and gross profit margins as requested.
- Making active recommendations to the business via Head of Merchandising as appropriate.
- Ensures productive relationship between merchandising/buying functions and all other business areas to ensure goals achieved- we are all one big team; collaboration is key.
- Demonstrates a strong level of commercial awareness which considers customer profile, competitor activity and developments with the wider marketplace.
- Oversee stock and intake management, be main point of contact for suppliers.
- Manage and drive development of Assistant Merchandiser and Administrator
- Creating ad hoc reports – therefore Advanced Excel skills are a must
REQUIREMENTS
- Previous minimum 2 years' experience operating at a Merchandiser level (ecommerce preferable)
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to liaise effectively at all levels
- Ability to work under pressure with proven problem-solving skills
- Strong numeracy skills and ability to analyse & collate info from various sources
- Commercially aware and business focussed
- Able to manage & motivate your team to achieve both individual and team goals
- Excellent understanding of all MS Office products especially Excel
As a start-up we require you to be agile, and willing to be hands on in supporting the wider business with additional requests. This is a 12 month Fixed Term Contract and we offer an excellent salary / benefit package plus hybrid working.