London
We are working with a fantastic High Street Retailer who are looking for a Merchandiser to join their team on a 12 month FTC. This is a key role within the team, responsible for driving sales, maximising profit and leading trade across a diverse product offering. Key responsibilities: • Analyse, plan and forecast sales performance, identifying key opportunities and risks while putting forward action plans to optimise bestsellers and minimise poor performers., • Take ownership of trading, ensuring stock levels are optimised and repeat orders are signed off as necessary., • Manage the WSSI to meet agreed KPIs, controlling OTB effectively and maximising sales and margin opportunities., • Oversee supplier management, understanding the supply chain and sourcing base to deliver commercial advantages., • Partner with the Buying team to build profitable ranges, provide accurate reporting, and ensure margin and profit targets are achieved., • Lead and support an Assistant Merchandiser and Merchandising Admin Assistant, providing coaching and guidance to develop their skills and ensure consistent delivery of key tasks., • Deliver clear and engaging reporting to senior stakeholders, providing insight and recommendations to inform wider business decisions., • Build and maintain strong working relationships across Buying, Retail, Logistics and Finance, ensuring alignment and collaboration across all functions., • Forward forecast based on historical trading, ensuring continuity of flow lines and delivering a balanced range plan. Our client is looking for someone who has: • A strong background and experience of working within a Fashion / Retail business within merchandising., • Exceptional planning and analytical skills, coupled with the drive to exceed expectations and be a natural strategic thinker., • Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel, • Excellent communication skills, being able to effectively communicate across the business., • Have a positive “can-do” attitude, be decisive with a strong commercial awareness. The role is hybrid with 3 days in the office and 2 days WFH. This is a super opportunity to be part of a successful and growing business.