Assistant Merchandiser

Assistant Merchandiser - Footwear *Advertised by OA West End

Contract Type: PermanentWorking Pattern: Full TimeSalary: up to £32,000

Purpose of Role:As an Assistant Merchandiser, you will play a crucial role in trading the department, managing allocations, and maximising sales potential across all stores and online platforms. You will also take the lead in training and developing the allocator to ensure they meet both departmental and personal objectives.

Main Responsibilities:

Role Specific:

• Collaborate with the Merchandising team to forecast sales and manage line cards effectively.
• Take full control of placing repeats and planning markdowns to optimise sales opportunities.
• Produce and analyse daily and weekly reports to keep the team informed and agile.
• Own all allocations and distribution within the department to maximise efficiency.
• Partner with stores to ensure stock packages meet sales potential without overstocking-focus on flagship locations, German stores, the website, and concessions.
• Strategically plan options by grade to maintain a balanced stock offering.
• Manage weekly intake for the department.
• Mentor and support the allocator, fostering their development and ensuring they meet objectives.
• Present figures and contribute insights in meetings to drive team success.
• Conduct ad hoc analysis as needed.
• Attend supplier meetings to strengthen partnerships and ensure alignment on product offerings.

Living the Office Values:

• Bring innovation and energy to the role.
• Be open to learning and sharing knowledge.
• Invest in your personal development and growth.
• Have the courage to contribute creative ideas.
• Recognise and celebrate the unique contributions of all team members.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Take ownership of your development and engage in a culture of coaching and feedback.
• Attend training sessions and team meetings to achieve company objectives.

Requirements:

• Exceptional numerical and analytical skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel.
• A commercial and strategic mindset, with the ability to be dynamic and proactive.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Capable of thriving in a fast-paced environment.
• Good leadership abilities to inspire others.

Why Join Us?This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to contribute to a thriving team in a supportive environment. We believe in investing in our people and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. If you're ready to take your career to the next level, we want to hear from you!

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