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
* 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.
* To manage the in-season Open-to-Buy down to category level using the WSSI and Compass.
* By effective range planning and markdown control, manage Terminal Stocks to keep within budgeted levels.
* 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.
* To train, motivate and develop the Junior / Assistant Merchandiser and Merchandise Administrator.
* 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.
* Encourage everyone to achieve maximum potential and deliver a friendly service.
* 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.
* Behaving with integrity and demonstrating professionalism at all times.
* To always do what is right.
* To take personal responsibility and 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.
* IT literate.
* Capability to manage change.
What's on Offer
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