Retail Field Merchandiser

Job Title: Merchandiser Reporting to: Head of Merchandising Location: Head Office, White City Place, West London Contract Type: Full time, 37.ME+EM is one of the UK’s fastest-growing luxury fashion brands. As a direct-to- consumer business we operate in a truly omnichannel way, with an extremely successful online store, monthly mailings and stores in London, Edinburgh and concessions in Harrods and Selfridges. At ME+EM we are an entrepreneurial, creative, and passionate group of people. We work hard, are enthusiastic to learn and are not afraid to take risks. Our office and stores are always busy and fast paced, but we work just as hard to make sure it’s fun, with social activities and biannual parties. It takes all these things to build a strong, successful business and our door is always open to new talent ready to contribute to our growth and evolution. Plan and trade a multi-product offer by developing effective merchandise and range plans to shape the strategy of your departments, trade in season to maximise performance and capitalise on opportunities. Work cross functionally to deliver financial KPIs in line with company strategy across an omni-channel portfolio. Gain detailed understanding of company strategy (including sales growth, channel strategy, profit, trends and customer profile) and be instrumental in translating this to a category level. Evaluate current and historical information to produce Lessons Learnt and product strategy with your Buyer, using analysis to form the foundations of a commercial and forward thinking department strategy Create category sales and profit plans, making strategic decisions to ensure profit is always at the forefront and risks mitigated Plan and develop balanced, commercial range, taking into account category trends, price, fashion risk, supplier, shapes, size ratios Plan sales and stock phasing to minimise stockholding whilst maximising sales opportunities Be an expert in the Regional strengths and opportunities, harnessing data to maximise potential of departments as well as mitigate any potential risks. Work closely with the store merchandiser on range planning and OTB management, harnessing key learns to feed into seasonal category plans. Trade the proposition identifying risk and opportunities to maximise profit Reforecast sales and profit parameters monthly Actively take steps to deliver department financial half KPIs in line with budget Manage stock levels and forecast to support sales Identify new business opportunities to grow sales and profitability Proactively review the website, working alongside the ecomm team to maximise demand. Support Buyers in managing suppliers by giving visibility of performance and future business Maintaining awareness of competitors\’ performance and market trends Identify recruitment and training needs within the Merchandising team Set objectives and performance reviews of direct reports Proven working experience in merchandising 33 days annual leave for full time employees (25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays) ~ Pension Scheme ~ Group Life Insurance ~ Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) ~ Length of Service Award ~ Refer a Friend Scheme ~ Staff uniform for retail employees ~ Generous Staff and Friends and Family Discount ~ Cycle to Work Scheme ~ Tech Scheme ~ Eye Care Vouchers ~ Social events and biannual parties ~ ME+EM is an equal opportunities employer committed to fostering and preserving a culture of diversity, equality, and inclusion in our workforce. As an equal opportunities’ employer, we do not discriminate against applicants based on race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We believe that diversity enriches our workforce and strengthens our organisation. Therefore, we encourage minorities, LGBTQ+ candidates, and individuals with disabilities to apply for opportunities within our company.