Senior Merchandiser

An excellent opportunity for a Senior Retail Merchandiser with an international retailer. This is a full time position with Hybrid working.

The main focus will be on Branded accessories and so previous experience within a buying and merchandising environment that has included branded and/or luxury merchandise will be of interest . This could be ladies or mens' fashion, footwear, accessories or home product.

Responsibilities

Will include financial forecasting , managing budgets and margins and overseeing overall performance.

Overseeing the planning and distribution of all categories of fashion accessories .

Managing and developing the skills of a small team across merchandising, inventory, allocation and replenishment

Providing weekly and monthly forecasts and reports .

Working closely with the buying and financial teams and supporting the Merchandise Manager.

Work with the Merchandise Assistants to control inventory , allocation, and replenishment.

Each week provide a summary on sales performance, stock, profit and markdowns.

Requirements.

A background within H/O retail category merchandising is required Ideally this will have included working with branded fashion or accessories.

Naturally you will be someone who enjoys taking responsibility for budgets and sales performance . You will need to enjoy managing data and financial information and have well developed analytical and planning skills along with previous experience of managing other people and working within a fast paced environment .

The position will include occasional travel within the UK and overseas .

On Offer

Hybrid working 2- 3 days in the office . An attractive salary , plus bonus and benefits.