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- 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 décor. 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
Close to transport links
Discount on Product
Merchandiser
Merchandiser
