MERCHANDISER - FASHION

Merchandise Manager
As Merchandise Manager you will be responsible for the development, management and achievement of all aspects of the division's merchandising strategy.
Key activities will include:
• Work with Buying and Merchandising Director and Buying Manager to develop category strategy to maximise performance of business in line with corporate objectives
• Formulate sales stock and margin objectives in line with the Buying Plans and the company's overall Business Plan
• Develop, implement and control the OTB and ensure that accurate sales, stock and profit margin forecasts are set and achieved
• Planning implementation and monitoring of supplier stock delivery schedules
• Management of a stock allocation procedure to ensure that the right stock is available to the right store at the right time
• Liaise with the Distribution Controller to ensure that new stock is despatched in line with agreed schedules
• Analysis of merchandising reports and sales / stock statistics to ensure appropriate action is taken regarding repeat orders, cancellations, substitute style ordering
• Supply reviews of supplier performance
• Participation in buying and merchandising range reviews to the Trading Management Group, key personnel in Distribution, Customer Services and Operations.
Key Attributes
• Previous experience within merchandising - ESSENTIAL
• A detailed understanding of merchandising procedures and stock allocation management
• A close affinity with product and the commercial marketplace
• Strong negotiation and communication skills
• Highly motivated, with the ability to deliver in a pressurised environment
• Strong team-working skills with the ability to work with others across the retail business
• Experience of managing pressure associated with a high profile role
• Free to travel and possibly relocate later in career
• Self motivated to meet objectives and achieve results
• Willingness to accept responsibility
• Ability to exercise tact and diplomacy in multi-cultural situations
• Flexible attitude to work hour
• Positive attitude to unexpected and difficult situations
• Demonstrates resilience
This role will suit a hard working team player who can gain the respect and understanding at all levels of the company.
What’s on offer

Salary between £50,000 + excellent benefits

Unico Recruitment Ltd operate as an independent recruitment agency with over 20 years of experience supporting clients and candidates nationally across the UK
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
Unico Recruitment Ltd is committed to equal opportunities and actively seeks applications from all sectors of the community irrespective of sex, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, having responsibility for dependents, age, religion/beliefs, or any other reason which cannot be shown to be justified