We have two vacancies for Junior Merchandisers to join a leading value Retailer.
Role purpose:
To maximise sales and cash margin within your ranges, in line with the departmental and Company strategy, with support and guidance from the Senior Merchandiser and Merchandiser.
Responsibilities / Objectives:
• To be pivotal in driving department strategy. Planning, managing and achieving the targeted measures of sales, stock turn, markdown and profit through the construction of commercial ranges.
• To manage the in-season Open-to-Buy down to category level using the WSSI and Compass.
• By effective range planning and markdown control, manage Terminal Stocks to keep within budgeted levels.
• Consistently manage the supply base, monitoring commitment and Intake, and to work closely with the supplier to minimise lead times, create flexibility and improve availability.
• To train, motivate and develop the Assistant Merchandiser and Merchandise Administrator Operating Environment:
• To operate in an open and even-handed manner with all colleagues across the business. Treat all who we interact with, with courtesy and respect, treating everyone equally and embracing differences. Encourage everyone to achieve maximum potential and deliver a friendly service
• To proactively contribute to teamwork and cross-functional working. To listen to each other and share knowledge enabling us to willingly combine expertise across the business
• Behaving with integrity and demonstrating professionalism at all times. To always do what is right.
• To take personal responsibility & accountability for actions, constantly striving to improve and exceed expectations ensuring safety and quality are never compromised.
Skills and requirements
Educated to degree level (or equivalent)
An experienced Assistant Merchandiser
A proven self-starter
Numerical / analytical skills
Understanding of range planning
Working knowledge of forecasting principles
Good understanding of the key elements of the buying cycle
Organisation skills
Decision making skills
Communication skills
IT literate
Capability to adapt to change