Assistant Merchandiser
- Employer
- IGNATA Retail & FMCG
- Location
- London
- Salary
- £20k - 25k per year
- Closing date
- 10 Aug 2017
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- Business Sector
- Non Food & Drink
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
- Function
- Merchandising
Job Details
The Buying and Merchandising division of Exsurgo is recruiting an Assistant Merchandiser.
My client is the biggest, best known retailer in the horticulture industry based in West London.
This company known for getting the right stock for a specified category at the right place at the right time thereby implementing the forward plan and enabling to provide an enticing product selection for customers whilst meeting commercial ambitions.
The role:
Stock management
Orders the correct quantity of stock to arrive at the right place at the right time to provide an enticing product selection for customers
Investigation and reporting
Monitors stock availability and investigates and responds to variances against plan making recommendations for action to make sure that stock forecasts are met.
Continual improvement
Identifies areas for improvements and recommends new ways of working within the team to enable the team to continually improve on their performance and efficiencies
Team collaboration
Collaborates with trading colleagues making sure that the product lines are ordered and are available at the right time thereby making sure that forward plans are fully implemented
Candidate requirements
Previous experience in horticulture/fresh produce is essential
Proactive approach to problem solving
Analytical
Possess sound commercial acumen
A genuine interest in the retail market
Strong interpersonal skills
Flexibility and enthusiasm
The ability to work to strict deadlines
Company
Previously known as Exsurgo, Ignata was founded in 2011 and, in less than 10 years', we’ve grown to become one of the top 150 recruitment companies in the UK.
Specialising in Retail & FMCG, we are proud of the relationships we have developed and with 85% of our business coming from existing relationships, this is testament to the exceptional levels of service we provide.
Our areas of expertise are middle to senior management positions that focus on the customer. These include manager to director level positions across:
- Account Management
- Category Management
- Commercial Strategy (MS & P)
- Trade & Shopper Marketing
- Marketing and Insights
We partner with an enviable list of clients; not just global brand leaders, but also many SMEs and emerging entrepreneurial businesses. Key to our success is that we align ourselves with clients who aren’t just good at what they do, but also have a strong ethos and the values that enable candidates to have successful and progressive careers.
- Telephone
- 0203 056 4525
- Location
-
7 Swallow Place
London
W1B2AG
GB
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