Junior Merchandiser - Hybrid Role with Growth & Impact

Mamas & Papas; Huddersfield; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days holiday

Company bonus schemes

Pension contributions from day 1

Staff discounts

Benefits Hub discounts

Health & critical illness cover

Family-related leave policies

Foster Care & Carers Leave

Loss and Bereavement support

Menopause Friendly Employer

Recognition and Appreciation Schemes

Hybrid flexi office with 2 days WFH

Free car parking

Job summary

Mamas & Papas is seeking a proactive Merchandiser to plan and deliver product ranges and stock parameters to hit sales, profit, margin and stock targets in a busy Omni-channel environment.

You will manage margin performance, develop production forecasts, oversee critical path, attend meetings, coach the Merchandise Administration Assistant, and visit stores to stay on top of trends and competitor activity. Hybrid working with 2 days from home.

Qualifications

• Good understanding of company performance and own department.
• Strong Excel skills and proven merchandising track record with a minimum of 2 years in industry.
• Confident in using and reading a WSSI.
• Experience of working with Far East suppliers preferable.

Responsibilities

• Manage margin performance and markdowns against targets.
• Develop production forecasts to support stock requirements.
• Ensure critical path is adhered to by stakeholders.
• Prepare for and attend weekly and monthly meetings, identify opportunities to maximize sales and minimize risk.
• Coach the Merchandise Administration Assistant.
• Authorize orders in line with agreed parameters.
• Conduct regular store visits to understand product ranges, stores and competitors.

Skills

Merchandising

Excel proficiency

WSSI literacy

Stock management understanding

Forecasting experience

Tools

WSSI

Job description

Mamas & Papas is seeking a proactive Merchandiser to plan and deliver product ranges and stock parameters to hit sales, profit, margin and stock targets in a busy Omni-channel environment.

You will manage margin performance, develop production forecasts, oversee critical path, attend meetings, coach the Merchandise Administration Assistant, and visit stores to stay on top of trends and competitor activity. Hybrid working with 2 days from home.