Merchandiser

Job Description

Elite have partnered with an iconic high-street brand, to support on the hire of an exciting opportunity to join their team as

Merchandiser.

As

Merchandiser , you will fully manage trading of the Womens' department and will be responsible for planning future ranges to maximise sales opportunities and profit potential.

Key responsibilities:

Forecasting sales, managing linecards and placing repeats
Forecasting sales and range planning with Buying team in order to maximise sales opportunities
Managing stock and OTB effectively
Producing and analysing weekly reports
Producing and analysing information for meetings including sign offs
Managing margin on the department, both intake margin and exit margin
Planning promotions and markdowns on the department
Planning intake on the department to ensure sales are maximised and stock flow is optimal as well as within warehouse weekly targets
Analysing past performance and driving SWOT analysis to build future strategies with the Buying team
Building relationships with other departments particularly Buying but also web, supply chain, social etc
Management of team of three and responsibility for team members workload
Training and development of team in line with department and individual objectives
Presenting figures, providing information and lead meetings with senior management
Attend supplier meetings and develop relationships with suppliers
Plan options by grade to ensure stores don’t get over optioned

If you are a Junior Merchandiser or Merchandiser, with experience in a retail Head Office environment and are looking to join a fast-paced, collaborative company - apply today!!