Merchandiser

Are you interested in a new role to start the New Year off in style!

We have a fantastic new opportunity to join a fast-moving merchandising team for a leading consumer goods head office!

12 month contract, perhaps leading to perm!

We are looking for someone with experience in trend and forecast analysis within a retail or wholesale environment.
Ability to interpret information & make decisions to maximise service levels and stock efficiency.

Responsibilities -       Responsible for meeting required service levels for given range
-       Responsible for forecasting and sales analysis for given range
-       Analyse weekly/monthly/yearly sales to identify trends
-       Manage stock to maximise availability, whilst reducing markdown exposure
-       Raise any supply/service issues in good time to management
-       Collate and manage potential discontinued products
-       Support range planning in conjunction with category teams
-       Plan initial buys for new lines
-       Raise factory purchase orders
-       Work with factories to ensure products ship within agreed timelines
-       Approve bookings for shipments
-       Liaise with internal teams incl Category Teams, Shipping, Operations, Finance
-       Work closely with the Customer and attend Customer meetings as required
-       Assist in development and growth of business
Requirements -       Proven Merchandising experience
-       Advanced Excel skills
-       Knowledge of forecasting methods
-       Understanding of supply chain practices
-       Experience working with Far East factories
-       Excellent verbal and written communication skills
-       High level of accuracy and attention to detail
-       Excellent organisational skills and ability to manage changing priorities
-       Work under own initiative
-       Ability to communicate to different levels in the organisation