About Our Client
A great opportunity for a Merchandiser to join a leading Fashion Multi-channel retailer in West Yorkshire. The company is well established and has been trading for over 30 years. They sell Fashion products across Clothing, Accessories & Footwear, and Lingerie.
Job Description
1. To be pivotal in driving department strategy. Planning, managing and achieving the targeted measures of sales, stock turn, markdown and profit through the construction of commercial ranges.
2. To manage the in-season Open-to-Buy down to category level using the WSSI and Compass.
3. By effective range planning and markdown control, manage Terminal Stocks to keep within budgeted levels.
4. 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.
5. To train, motivate and develop the Junior / Assistant Merchandiser and Merchandise Administrator.
6. To operate in an open- and even-handed manner with all colleagues across the business. Treat all who we interact with, with courtesy and respect, treating everyone equally and embracing differences.
7. Encourage everyone to achieve maximum potential and deliver a friendly service.
8. To proactively contribute to teamwork and cross-functional working. To listen to each other and share knowledge enabling us to willingly combine expertise across the business.
9. Behaving with integrity and demonstrating professionalism at all times.
10. To always do what is right.
11. To take personal responsibility & accountability for actions, constantly striving to improve and exceed expectations ensuring safety and quality are never compromised.
The Successful Applicant
* Educated to degree level (or equivalent).
* Experience in a Merchandising environment.
* Numerical / analytical skills.
* Understanding of range planning.
* Working knowledge of forecasting principles.
* Good understanding of the key elements of the Buying Cycle.
* Organisation skills.
* Decision making skills.
* Communication skills.
* IT literate.
* Capability to manage change.
What's on Offer
* Free Parking
* Progression Opportunities
* Discount on Product
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