YC
Posted 5 days ago
Junior Merchandiser
Yours Clothing
📍 Orton Longueville, GB
Retail and Wholesale
Job description
What is the role
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The primary function of the Junior Merchandiser is to trade the Company through effective management and planning of stocks. This will include managing intake, allocations to stores, sales, markdowns and promotional activity.
The Junior Merchandiser is responsible for assisting the Merchandiser in the purchasing, intake and distribution of merchandise across the UK in order to maximise sales and margin within the assigned departments of responsibility.
What you will do
Working closely with the Buying department, the core areas of responsibility are as follows;
Trading and Commercial Awareness
Analyses and reports on sales performance of the department taking ownership on decisions of any opportunities or risks to sales and profit
Consistent awareness of best and worst sellers for the department and company and identifying opportunities for growth
Conducts regular store visits to obtain direct feedback from staff and customers
Demonstrates a clear understanding of the plus size market
Stock Management
Takes ownership of maintaining all aspects of the departmental wssi
Works closely with Buying team on OTB status of wssi and ensuring OTB is filled accordingly
Takes ownership of flow lines for the department
Maintains line details and range plan
Works with branch merchandising on allocations
Profit Management
Understand the key components around profit and how it is calculated
Actions agreed markdowns on the system and can analysis the effectiveness of them
Knowledge of the departments OTB and stock levels understands the implications of being under or over stocked
Range Planning
Analyses all historical analysis and lessons learnt for strategy packs
Under guidance of Merchandiser and in conjunction with Buyer constructs a range to deliver key blocks as well as newness and true choice to the customer
Continuously reviews range in line with current trading to maximise profits
Reviews depth and width to maximise availability and minimise markdown risk
Relationships with Others
Under guidance of Snr Merchandiser develops junior members of the team
Is passionate and positive and helps create a stimulating and enjoyable work environment
Maintain excellent communication links with colleagues from the Buying and Merchandising departments
Communicate effectively across all levels and via all channels
Build and maintain effective working relationship with key partners across the business, with particular emphasis on the Buying, Retail, Allocation and Analytics and Logistics teams xwzovoh
Create and maintain productive relationships with key product suppliers
What you will bring
Fluent in written and spoken English
Specific experience in fashion retail merchandising preferably within multi-brand environment
Advanced planning and analytical skills, including computer skills.
Knowledge and understanding of High Street fashion
Relevant degree or equivalent
A strong commercial outlook
Good judgement and decision making skills
Ability to work to tight deadlines
Highly motivated and a desire to be the best
Confidence in suggesting calculated risks
Proven record of good attendance and flexibility
Passionate about product, strong market and brand awareness
Ability to work hard and smart
Adaptable to frequent change and a high pressure environment
Outstanding loyalty and commitment to the business
Apply (by clicking the relevant button) after checking through all the related job information below.
The primary function of the Junior Merchandiser is to trade the Company through effective management and planning of stocks. This will include managing intake, allocations to stores, sales, markdowns and promotional activity.
The Junior Merchandiser is responsible for assisting the Merchandiser in the purchasing, intake and distribution of merchandise across the UK in order to maximise sales and margin within the assigned departments of responsibility.
What you will do
Working closely with the Buying department, the core areas of responsibility are as follows;
Trading and Commercial Awareness
Analyses and reports on sales performance of the department taking ownership on decisions of any opportunities or risks to sales and profit
Consistent awareness of best and worst sellers for the department and company and identifying opportunities for growth
Conducts regular store visits to obtain direct feedback from staff and customers
Demonstrates a clear understanding of the plus size market
Stock Management
Takes ownership of maintaining all aspects of the departmental wssi
Works closely with Buying team on OTB status of wssi and ensuring OTB is filled accordingly
Takes ownership of flow lines for the department
Maintains line details and range plan
Works with branch merchandising on allocations
Profit Management
Understand the key components around profit and how it is calculated
Actions agreed markdowns on the system and can analysis the effectiveness of them
Knowledge of the departments OTB and stock levels understands the implications of being under or over stocked
Range Planning
Analyses all historical analysis and lessons learnt for strategy packs
Under guidance of Merchandiser and in conjunction with Buyer constructs a range to deliver key blocks as well as newness and true choice to the customer
Continuously reviews range in line with current trading to maximise profits
Reviews depth and width to maximise availability and minimise markdown risk
Relationships with Others
Under guidance of Snr Merchandiser develops junior members of the team
Is passionate and positive and helps create a stimulating and enjoyable work environment
Maintain excellent communication links with colleagues from the Buying and Merchandising departments
Communicate effectively across all levels and via all channels
Build and maintain effective working relationship with key partners across the business, with particular emphasis on the Buying, Retail, Allocation and Analytics and Logistics teams xwzovoh
Create and maintain productive relationships with key product suppliers
What you will bring
Fluent in written and spoken English
Specific experience in fashion retail merchandising preferably within multi-brand environment
Advanced planning and analytical skills, including computer skills.
Knowledge and understanding of High Street fashion
Relevant degree or equivalent
A strong commercial outlook
Good judgement and decision making skills
Ability to work to tight deadlines
Highly motivated and a desire to be the best
Confidence in suggesting calculated risks
Proven record of good attendance and flexibility
Passionate about product, strong market and brand awareness
Ability to work hard and smart
Adaptable to frequent change and a high pressure environment
Outstanding loyalty and commitment to the business