To plan & manage department key KPI's such as sales, stock and markdowns to maximise sales & margin across channels, and achieve terminal stock targets.

Client Details

This company is a well-known and established player in the fashion industry with the highest quality of products. As an industry leader, they maintain a strong presence in the retail market and are recognised for their commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.

Description

• Work cross-functionally within the product team to produce department product strategy in line with overall company strategy, proposing the financial parameters and successfully implement them.
• Create weekly and phase level plans by channel and category for sales, margin, stock and markdown, taking traded history and planned future events into consideration
• Create a range plan at grade level which satisfies strategic channel, financial and space requirements.
• Develop and select a balanced and commercial range which delivers the product strategy, and successfully sign off with Management.
• Plan seasonal pricing and promotional activity together with Buyer and in line with overall strategy, supported by financial evaluation.
• Review, propose and cost markdown events and promotional activity, calculating the effect on margin and profit.
• Manage the availability of stock to ensure maximum profitability, launch dates are met and sale and stocks are potentialised in line with department KPI's across trading channels.
• Responsible for the placement of orders with suppliers and managing the progress of stock into the business, reviewing quantities, shipment modes and delivery dates.
• Ensure the product systems are up to date with the latest information.
• Effectively manage and motivate your merchandising team through performance management, personal development and appraisals, ensuring that they understand their contribution towards company goals.
• Play your part in delivering the company sustainability strategy.

Profile

A successful Merchandiser should have:



· Business related Degree/ and Proven track record in Merchandising at either Junior Merchandiser/ Merchandiser level.

· Previous experience in fashion retail essential.

· Prior experience of team management & task delegation skills

· Highly numerate and able to interpret data to determine decision making, work to budgets and financial plans.

· Strong communication and influencing skills at all levels.

· Understanding of critical path and product life cycle

· Comprehensive understanding of customer profile, and product range and competitors

· Use of Excel, BI and product systems.

Job Offer

• An estimated salary range of up to £46,000 per annum
• Opportunity to work with a leading retail company in Havant

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Merchandiser to further their career in the fashion industry. We invite you to apply and join our dynamic team.