Junior Merchandiser & Allocation Specialist

Robinson & Co (Singapore) Pte Ltd; Dubai; In loco; AED 60.000 - 120.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Marks & Spencer UAE is seeking an Assistant Merchandiser to support the Senior Merchandiser and Merchandiser with allocation, reporting, buying, and store communications. You will drive stock availability, data analysis, and strategic range development in collaboration with stores and the broader team.

The role focuses on managing allocation processes, training allocators, implementing AI allocation from Invent Analytics, maintaining core buying data, and ensuring a smooth product journey online

Competenze

• Degree in Business Management or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in Fashion Buying and Merchandising at AM or Allocator level.
• Experience within retail buying environment, preferably in MENA and/or Europe with knowledge of UK/European brands.
• High proficiency in Excel and key Microsoft applications; knowledge of SAP is beneficial.

Mansioni

• Manage accurate BTF setting and ratio balancing.
• Guide and train allocators on processes and systems.
• Manage and implement AI Allocation solution from Invent Analytics.
• Liaise with stores to understand regional needs, ensuring optimum stock levels and correct size availability.
• Improve availability and sell-through rates through strategic allocations.
• Generate accurate and clear reports, maintaining the reporting process.
• Track promotions and analyze weekly trade reports to recommend action points.
• Report and flag best/worst sellers, analyze customer habits, and understand product choices.
• Housekeep data and produce seasonal sales analysis to recommend future buying decisions.
• Assist Senior Merchandiser/Merchandiser in the Catalogue Buying process.
• Enter buying quantities to IBT/Digital Range Building system and prepare planograms using DRB.
• Use reporting to compare against last year's data, buying budget, and promotional calendar.
• Generate IBO ranges and contribute to BU strategy with market awareness.

Conoscenze

Analytical skills

Communication

Data-driven decisions

Retail passion

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Business Management or related field

Strumenti

Excel

SAP

Descrizione del lavoro

Marks & Spencer UAE is seeking an Assistant Merchandiser to support the Senior Merchandiser and Merchandiser with allocation, reporting, buying, and store communications. You will drive stock availability, data analysis, and strategic range development in collaboration with stores and the broader team.

The role focuses on managing allocation processes, training allocators, implementing AI allocation from Invent Analytics, maintaining core buying data, and ensuring a smooth product journey online