Merchandiser - #2177566

The company we are partnering with is a multi-site, B2C consumer business.

The role of the merchandiser to work across a diverse product range, you will balance creativity with commercial awareness, identifying opportunities to enhance performance, optimise sales and maximise profit. This is a fast-paced, collaborative environment where analytical skills, teamwork and a genuine passion for retail are essential to delivering successful product ranges and achieving business objectives.

The roles and responsibilities of this Merchandiser position-

• To be pivotal in driving department strategy in planning, managing and achieving the targeted measures of sales, stock turn, markdown and profit .
• working closely with the buyer to construct 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 Junior / Assistant Merchandiser and Merchandise Administrator

The requirements of this Merchandiser position-

• You are operating at a Merchandiser or Junior Merchandiser level
• Ideally has come from a fashion background but open to different other retail sectors
• A proven self-starter
• Excellent knowledge of forecasting principles
• Has worked closely in driving a a department or company strategy and leading a team
• Has management experience or leading an AM or above candidate
• Excellent knowledge of forecasting principles
• Strong stakeholder experience

The benefits of this Merchandiser position-

• Holidays
• Contributory Pension
• Great Head Office environment

If this sounds like you, please send your cv today quoting the reference no. JO-2407-113097

We request that candidates send their CV as a Microsoft Word document where possible.

Quest Search and Selection is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.