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Merchandise Planner
Hybrid Working, Excellent Benefits, Bonus, Health, EAP, Open & Progressive Culture.
Our client is a leading retailer with an extensive UK and International store portfolio, it is developing its offer across multiple categories. Including GM, FMCG and Apparel.
As part of its continued plans to strengthen its merchandise planning teams it is looking to appoint an experienced merchandise planner and would welcome candidates that have a track record in a fast-paced retail environment.
Reporting to the Merchandising Manager your remit will be:
Responsible for the sales volume forecast for a category
To own and manage intake plans for specific planning groups within each category in line with budget expectations
Influence sales and margin forecasts working closely with the buying team.
Manage OTB and optimise stock availability
Review Weekly stock sales and intake (WSSI) for own categories and explore additional promotions as necessary
- Liaise with Suppliers from Far East and from UK
Influence commercial decisions made with Buying and Marketing team
To develop and manage Assistant Merchandisers and Merchandise Assistants
Skills required:
- Strong commercial and numerate skills
- Excellent analytical & problem-solving skills
- Strong Excel and data handling skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent negotiator
The business operates an commercial, open and fast paced culture, where the customer comes first and success is rewarded and celebrated. With plenty of opportunity for continued professional development, there is a wealth of opportunity to develop and progress your merchandising career across multiple channels.
This is really an opportunity not to be missed. Apply in confidence with your CV and cover note.
