Merchandiser

• Analysing past sales figures/trends to anticipate future product needs.
• Supporting the Head of Supply Chain in developing the merchandising plan

Client Details

A great opportunity for a Merchandiser to work for a leading business in home d�cor. They have been trading for over 40 years and sell everything from Beds, Chairs, cushions/ throws etc.

Description

• Analysing past sales figures/trends to anticipate future product needs.
• Supporting the Head of Supply Chain in developing the merchandising plan
• Pro-actively pushing back/pulling forward stock as appropriate (before it reaches the UK)
• Working closely with/supporting the Operations team in relation to varying stock issues
• Relaying the merchandising plan to the buyer who, in turn, can decide on what products, styles, colours etc to purchase and from which suppliers.
• Monitoring stock movement, consider markdowns, promotions or clear outs etc.
• Preparing sales forecasts and profit/loss forecasts
• Managing stock levels
• Representing supply chain throughout the integration on the upgrade of our ERP system and potentially the set up of a new stock system
• Supporting the newly extended buying team with report writing and production

Profile

• Excellent communication skills
• A tenacious approach to dealing with suppliers (including those based overseas)
• A proven ability to mentor/supervise junior team members, and lead by example
• Advanced level Excel skills (adept with formulae, V lookups and calculations)
• Experience in utilising systems to work to the advantage of the supply chain team
• A capacity to thrive in a fast-paced environment and work to tight deadlines

Job Offer

Competitive Salary

Free Parking

Hybrid Working

Close to transport links

Discount on Product

Merchandiser

Merchandiser