We have an opportunity for a Merchandiser Analyst to join a leading Retailer.
Job purpose
The Merchandiser Analyst will collate and analyse departmental and company performance data to assist Senior Management in making tactical and strategic decisions; to liaise closely with the IT, Finance, Warehouse and Retail Support Departments providing any required merchandise information.
Responsibilities / Objectives:
Work closely alongside Heads of Merchandising as the central conduit in cross- departmental communication.
Collate and prepare regular Management reporting in an accurate, appropriate and timely manner. i.e. Weekly Trade, Monthly WSSI and Seasonal Trading Roll ups.
Collate and communicate Markdown and Promotional activity and provide reporting
Control the co-ordination collating of any ad hoc company analysis and/or presentations for Senior Management and the merchandising function as required.
Work closely with Head of Merchandising feeding back any issues and recommending improvements to best practise.
Work closely with IT to ensure merchandiser systems are continuous improved in line with the company strategy.
Ensure any developments from IT, Warehouse or Finance are effectively communicated to the B & M management and colleagues
Work closely with the Finance team constructing seasonal and annual budgets and maintain the budgetary information in the Buyer Plan system.
To undertake any other ad hoc responsibilities as required by the business.
Skills and Knowledge required
The ideal candidate will have advanced Excel skills (Makro writing experience) and be highly numerical and analytical
Previous experience using Microsoft Power BI is essential for thsi role
Excellent communication and the ability to communicate at all levels
Planning and organisational skills as essential