Job DescriptionKey Responsibilities:
Planning and forecasting
- Assisting the Senior Merchandiser in the forecasting and planning process
- Phasing sales, stock, intake and margin, as briefed by Senior Merchandiser. Setting OTB according to sales forecast and key stock metrics.
- Maintaining an accurate WSSI forecast in line with current trade and future events
- Providing accurate sell thru and sales forecasts, reviewing BTA position and escalating risks or opportunities to the Senior Merchandiser
- Compiling analysis and insight to help shape department strategy
- Maintaining and forecast line cards, proposing repeat orders inline with sales performance and OTB
Trading
- Using internal and external resources to identify key areas of risk and opportunity
- Knowing which levers to pull to surpass business KPIs
- Engaging with the right people to ensure the right action is taken
- Attending weekly floor walks and trade meetings and agreeing actions to drive sales
Sale and promotions
- Owning brand and line level markdown and promotions in line with business strategy
- Minimising terminal stock by driving sell through and maximising availability in all channels
- Managing price change process, ensuring intake margins are in line with budget and products are appropriately priced for the market
Operational support
- Working with the Stock Optimisation Team, Operations and Logistics teams to ensure stock processes are planned, managed and executed efficiently (RTVs, price changes, intake forecasts, transfers)
- Working with Wholesale Teams on RTVs and stock transfers
Category Management and Buying Support
- Working closely with Brand Category Management and Buying teams to successfully range plan the department, including option plans and minimum buy depth
- Identify Risks and Opportunities alongside Merchandiser and driving actions to improv trade
- Assisting Teams on ad-hoc analysis and reporting
Data and tools
- Using data to identify and communicate relevant and accurate business information
- Establishing a thorough understanding of systems and reporting tools
- Assisting in the development, testing, training and implementation of new systems and reporting tools
Management
- Managing, training and developing Merchandise Administrator under guidance from Senior Merchandiser
- Overseeing day to day tasks of MA
- Identifying the business priorities and ensuring time is spend effectively
- Supporting senior team by identifying areas of inefficiency and providing solutions to add value
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Thinks Liberty Brand customer
- Numerical and analytical
- Keen eye for detail
- Clear communicator
- Systems savvy
Minimum Qualifications
- Previous Merchandising experience in a fast paced luxury retailer