Junior Merchandiser @THE OUTNET

YOOX NET-A-PORTER GROUP; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury fashion retailer in the UK is seeking a Junior Merchandiser to manage planning and trading strategies. This role focuses on analytical responsibilities, working with teams to maximize sales and manage stock effectively. Ideal candidates should have a degree, relevant experience in fashion retail, and strong skills in analysis and communication. This position offers a hybrid work environment with competitive benefits.

Benefits

Performance bonus schemes

Pension contributions

Discount portal

Staff discount

Private healthcare

Flexible working

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Extensive relevant experience in fashion retail merchandising preferably with online and branded experience.
• Proven track record of creating a positive impact on business through merchandising strategy.
• Must have the confidence to contribute ideas to the team and working processes.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed ad-hoc and pro-active analytical analysis relating to all KPIs.
• Manage intake flow into business to hit monthly forecasts.
• Work closely with Merchandiser and internal stakeholders to improve processes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Computer skills

Decision making

Communication skills

Customer awareness

Organizational skills

Education

Graduate level education (or equivalent)

Job description

THE OUTNET is the online destination for luxury fashion from previous seasons. Since 2009, it has showcased style that lasts, by offering past-season womenswear and menswear, including exclusive capsules, from world-leading designer brands. THE OUTNET brings joy through its curated world of luxury fashion, featuring exceptional styles that transcend seasons, at up to 70% off. Extending the life of luxury beyond the current season is at the heart of its mission, further enhanced through its Considered edit of more responsible fashion and dedicated upcycled product collaborations. THE OUTNET is part of LuxExperience, the leading digital, multi-brand luxury group.

THE OUTNET are now seeking a talented Junior Merchandiser to join the team. Some of the essentials for you to know are:

Location: Our Westfield office in Shepherd's Bush

Reporting into: Senior Merchandiser

Besides a competitive salary, we can offer you:

• Performance bonus schemes dependent on the type of role you are in
• A pension that both you and the company contribute too
• A portal with an array of discounts on things like theme park and cinema tickets
• Our famous staff discount along with exclusive staff sales
• Private healthcare for you and your family
• Flexible working
• A chance to be part of a fun and caring team that support each other

Here is a breakdown of what you’ll be doing:

Planning

• With guidance from Merchandiser, full year planning and reforecasting for department of responsibility driven from historic analysis and strategic goals, in line with Company vision
• Submit monthly sales, stock and markdown forecasts relating to total business and department targets
• Submit clearance forecasts to support sales, margin & closing stock targets
• With guidance from Merchandiser, full year brand planning with in season reforecasting to reflect trade and supply opportunities / risks
• Own vendor planning packs reflecting the dynamic business changes
• Work with buying teams to sign off OTB targets, working collectively on strategies to support sales and margin targets

Trading

• Pro-actively manage and control departments in line with trade activity to minimise risks and maximise opportunities for monthly and seasonal KPI’s
• Manage intake flow into business to hit monthly forecasts, drive sales and minimise risks
• Review and present in season stock opportunities and risks to merchandiser in line with forecasts to maximise sales and reduce stocks
• Working with Upload Planners to forecast adequate upload levels in line with sales budgets / re-forecasts
• Suggest in season tactical actions to ensure departments hit KPI’s
• Key contact for all analysis and conclusions relating to departments of responsibility
• Conduct detailed ad-hoc and pro-active analytical analysis relating to all KPI’s and dependants

Team

• Work closely with Merchandiser and internal stakeholders to strive to improve and challenge existing processes
• Demonstrate and reinforce the Company Vision and Values at all times
• Role model the company message to the team and the need to drive profitability
• Provide on the job coaching & support to ensure that direct reports are able to meet and exceed the requirements of the role
• Monitor and review performance of direct reports, with merchandiser identify individuals who are ready for promotion or require performance improvement plans
• Alongside Merchandiser take appropriate corrective action with team members who fall below standard (in consultation with HR Department)

The type of person we are looking for:

• Graduate level education (or equivalent)
• Extensive relevant experience in fashion retail merchandising preferably with online and branded experience
• Numerate with strong analytical and computer skills
• Proven track record of creating positive impact on business through merchandising strategy
• Good judgement and decision making skills
• Confidence in suggesting calculated risks
• Strong customer awareness and understanding
• Passionate about product, strong market and brand awareness
• Discreet and professional with excellent communication skills
• Exceptionally organised, methodical and efficient
• Time keeping & ability to meet stringent deadlines
• Must have the confidence to contribute ideas to the team and working processes – even those outside your day-to-day remit
• Pro-active and able to show initiative/ideas to constantly improve the The Outnet offering.

From the moment you join the LuxExperience Group we are committed to making your journey with us inspirational and evolutionary. If you are passionate, committed and thrive in a collaborative and fast-paced environment, then please apply with a CV.

LuxExperience is an equal opportunities employer, we encourage people with a diverse range of backgrounds to apply. We recognize and celebrate the benefits that diversity brings to our workplace, our business and our customers. We welcome and will consider all applications regardless of race and nationality, religion, color, sex, pregnancy or related medical conditions, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as an individual with a disability, or any other legally protected characteristics. If you require any reasonable adjustments to complete your application, please do not hesitate to advise us accordingly.

Experience Level: Associate Workplace Type: Hybrid