At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our Merchandising team to optimise stock levels and drive sales performance.
- Company: Dynamic homewares company with a focus on innovation and collaboration.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid work options, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with excellent career advancement opportunities.
- Why this job: Make an impact in a newly established department and shape future strategies.
- Qualifications: 4+ years as a Merchandiser with strong Excel skills and retail experience.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 50000 £ per year.
The purpose of this role is to find a candidate who can hit the ground running within our newly established Merchandising department. The summary of main duties and responsibilities is not intended to be an exhaustive list of tasks performed. You may be required to undertake additional duties as are necessary to promote the smooth and efficient running of the business.
Planning
- Develop detailed assortment and category plans considering past, present, future and market performance in conjunction with Product and Design.
- Production of analysis for lessons learnt and building strategy for the future.
- Sales, Stock and OTB planning utilising the WSSI and Terminal Stock controls.
- Work with Merchandising team and Finance to reflect required planned intake aligned with the company cash flow.
- Plan the sales and stock levels to optimise performance of Crown Jewel (best sellers).
Trading
- Analyse the performance in season driving out team actions plans and recommendations.
- Analyse the performance in season and adjust future months in conjunction with Product and Design team.
- Sales, Stock and OTB monthly re-forecasting using WSSI and Terminal Stock controls.
- Weekly/monthly forecasting on Crown Jewels (Best sellers).
- Markdown and promotional management in line with required margins and stock levels.
Stock Management
- Planning and in season management of stock levels.
- Planning and maintenance of never being out of stock of Crown Jewels and Essentials.
- Management of intake, deliveries and supporting the management of delivery schedule.
- Oversee the raising and management of purchase orders for product.
- Build relationship with suppliers to ensure intake is in line with plans and when required.
- Build relationship with freight forwarding partner to ensure deliveries are on time.
- Build relationship with warehouse team to ensure goods are booked in, delivered and picked.
Team
- Develop and manage Merchandise Assistant.
- Collaborate with product and design team, suppliers, finance, retail, digital and other cross functional teams.
- Deputise for Merchandising Lead in meetings.
Essential Knowledge and Skills
- 4 Years + as a Merchandiser.
- Use of WSSI Merchandising tools.
- Fluent with Excel and systems.
- People coaching.
- Homewares experience.
- Experience working with suppliers and factories.
- Cross-departmental working.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Can hit the ground running in a department that is being established.
- Retail experience.
- Open-to-buy management.
Desirable
- Working with SKUs of over 7000+ products.
- Ecommerce experience.
Merchandiser in Cheltenham employer: Pooky
Join our dynamic team in Barnwood, Gloucester, where we prioritise a collaborative work culture and offer a hybrid working model that promotes work-life balance. As a Merchandiser, you'll benefit from competitive salary packages, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to make a significant impact in our newly established department. We value innovation and teamwork, ensuring that every employee has the resources and support needed to thrive in their role.
