Merchandiser

Location: Oldham

Salary: Competitive

Our client is Leeds biggest and best decorative lighting store and they have a strong growing team of dedicated individuals that go the extra mile to make sure their customers receive a world class shopping experience. In order to offer this service, the in-store staff need to be motivated, confident, able to communicate well and be passionate about a career in sales.

Working closely with the Sales Management team your role will varied and challenging and will encompass all the below.

This is a chance to establish yourself and prosper in a major Lighting UK company as an experienced Merchandiser, or a Junior Merchandiser who is ready to step up.

The Role

Forward Planning Stocks for all customers
Working with Key Account Managers to ensure their customer forecast/requirements are met.
Distributing stocks efficiently between forecast channels to ensure all customers requirements are met.
Keeping forecast channels on internal system accurate and up to date.
Checking and reviewing lines which have flagged as exceeding forecast quantities
Work with internal departments to co-ordinate stock orders for promotions.
Monitor and report on under performance and or clearance.
Raising Factory orders and collaborating with them to manage minimums MOQ
Consulting with overseas factories to ensure purchase orders are manufactured within the agreed lead-time.
Maintaining accurate lead times and minimums from factories.
Working closely with the shipping department & warehouse to optimise container fills and deliveries into the warehouse
Working closely with the warehouse to optimise correct stock in the correct location.
Keeping track of forward sales orders.
Planning rebuys based on forward sales orders.
Working closely with Product team to review the weekly Critical Path to ensure new season launch dates are met.
Highlight slow moving or aged stock.
On demand reports as and when Managers/Directors require.
Identifying Over stock/Under stock / Good sellers/ Bad seller

Skills and Qualifications

Previous experience in a Merchandiser / Assistant role within the fashion or retail sector.
Advance Excel skills (e.g., VLOOKUP/Pivot Tables/If Functions/SUMIF)
High level of accuracy and attention to detail
Reporting directly to the MD they are looking for someone with experience in trend and forecast analysis within a retailer or wholesale environment.
Ability to interpret information & make decisions to maximise sales and stock efficiency.
Strong understanding of range planning, demand planning, forecasting, and stock management.

Benefits

23 Days plus Bank Holidays
Competitive Salary
Security within a well-established company
8.30 5pm
On site

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable company, please do not hesitate to apply.