From our first store in the 1960s, a little Taunton shop with great clothes and even better prices, to an omni-channel business serving millions of customers… we're New Look.
Our purpose is always to inspire That New Look Feeling and we believe that starts with us. Our values motivate us every day: we play to win, we’re customer-obsessed and we work as one.
In Merchandising we are responsible for the planning and stock management of our products across all our channels and markets. We work closely with Buying on how we can maximise our profit by putting the right product, in the right stores at the right times.
The Role
To put the customer requirements at the centre of our offer. To support the Merchandiser to maximise sales opportunity and profitability, by delivering a commercial level of sales and stock across all relevant regions and channels. To provide support to the Team with daily figure analysis, future sales and range planning, as well as communicating closely with the Buying team in line with the Critical Path. Responsible for managing and developing junior team members, in order to create a high performing team. Deputises in the absence of the Merchandiser / Senior Merchandiser.
About You:
* Significant experience of working within a similar role at a fast-paced fashion retailer.
* Highly analytical.
* A proactive approach to problem solving.
* Sound commercial acumen and a genuine interest in the Retail market.
* Strong interpersonal skills, flexibility and enthusiasm are also essential to succeed in this role, as is the ability to work to strict deadlines.
Why New Look?
The amazing people, the fashion – there are so many reasons to love working at New Look. We prioritise development, offering training to support your progression, so you can be your absolute best and achieve your goals.
Being part of the New Look Team means you get access to a great range of benefits & perks:
* You’ll *love* our generous staff discount – 40% off for you and a loved one, and 25% off for up to 12 friends and family members!
* Get special access to hundreds of discounts from top retailers and gyms, along with free workout classes, on our rewards platform Runway.
* Plan for your retirement while you work with our contributory private pension scheme.
* Our family-friendly policies include enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave, and shared parental leave.
* Receive quick access to consultations and treatments with AXA Private Medical Scheme, paid for by us.
* Unlock extra leave with our buy more holiday scheme.
* Enjoy an extra paid day off on your birthday each year.
* Do your bit for the environment and save money with our Cycle2Work scheme.
* Spread the cost of your commute with interest-free season ticket loans.
* Enjoy a free breakfast on us if you're running late!
Please note – these benefits and perks are non-contractual and may be changed from time to time.
Apply now to find out more!
We pride ourselves on being a flexible employer; our colleagues work a range of patterns. If you have a specific pattern in mind, we're keen to discuss this with you in line with the output needed for the role.
Please ensure that your CV is in simple format e.g. Microsoft Word when applying to ensure a smooth application process.
* Job Family: RAM000 - Retail Merchandising Generalist/Multidiscipline
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