Merchandiser

AllSaints; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wardrobe allowance

Staff discount

Hybrid working

25 days holiday

Dental plan

Job summary

AllSaints is seeking a senior Merchandising leader to oversee a multi-territory portfolio, driving profitable growth across UK, Europe and North America. You will own category planning, stock efficiency and OTB while leading a team to deliver strong sell-through and margin performance.

You will work closely with Buying, Branch, Digital and Retail teams, building processes, driving forecasts and managing regional stock strategies in a fast-paced fashion environment.

Qualifications

• Proven track record driving a department in fashion retail.
• Strong knowledge of UK/EU and NA markets and trends.
• Experience with stock, forecasts and BTAs.
• Excellent organisation and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Assistant Merchandiser.
• Deliver planned sales and profitability by managing categories.
• Present sales forecasts to management.
• Analyse category performance to maximise opportunities.
• Manage stock location and OTB to meet targets.
• Lead quarterly buys and present results for sign-off.
• Collaborate with Buying and Retail teams.

Skills

Merchandising leadership

UK/EU/NA market knowledge

Stock management

Forecasting & planning

Stakeholder collaboration

Tools

Excel

Job description

At AllSaints we are in the business of feelings - making our customers feel cool and confident. If, like us, you believe in the power of a great outfit, we'd love to talk to you.

We're a global brand made up of a very diverse mix of talented people in a huge variety of roles. Our products are designed in house and made by a small number of suppliers and artisans around the world to sustainable standards.

We are a brand embarking on a very exciting plan and we are seeking new members of the team who want to contribute to this.

THE ROLE

Managing a team, and reporting directly into the Head of Merchandising, you will be responsible for the merchandising function across a varied store portfolio in UK, Europe & North America for the Merchandising department. Developing profiling to make sure budgets and KPIs are exceeded. Applying your entrepreneurial spirit you will take full ownership of your department bringing fresh ideas to the table whilst developing and pushing your team forward.

You will have tight control over the management of stock and have a strong background in working with WSSIs, sale forecasting and BTA’s to over deliver against the targeted sell through and EBITDA.

You will have an affinity for product and a strong commercial awareness to ensure we deliver the strongest range possible by working closely with the Buying, Branch, Digital and Retail teams.

WHAT WILL I BE DOING?

• Lead, manage and develop your Assistant Merchandiser working closely with peers to help create a best in class merch function
• Help deliver the planned sales and profitability of the WW department by managing and optimising your categories through effective planning and trading
• Planning budgets and presenting sales forecasts and figures to the management team for your categories
• Regular analysis of category performance to maximise commercial opportunities
• Support branch teams to manage consolidations to ensure stock is in the right place at the right time to drive the highest full price sell through and maximise gross margin
• Through strategic planning and trading of the department, manage the intake and OTB to deliver the inventory targets for your categories and the brand.
• In-season trading to ensure the correct use of the OTB for your categories
• Category ownership within quarterly buys: analysing sales, product selection, sales/ST% forecasting and buy planning in line with OTB. Presenting results to senior team for sign off
• Working in conjunction with the Buying team to ensure the brand commercially delivers
• Lead and be heavily involved in ad-hoc projects across the merchandising team and business
• Develop current systems and processes that are in place and be instrumental in implementing best practices
• Build relationships across the brand with regional teams and support with various issues, e.g. capacity, pricing, stock levels, etc
• Develop current systems and processes that are in place and be instrumental in implementing best practices
• Lead, manage and develop the junior Merchandising planning team

WHATS SKILLS DO I NEED?

• Proven track record of driving a department through creative thinking as a Merchandiser with proven experience working in the fashion retail industry, ideally within the premium/luxury sector, dealing with multiple products categories
• Strong understanding of the brand and thorough knowledge of UKEU and NA market, trends and shopping habits.
• Extensive experience working in the fashion retail industry dealing with multiple products categories.
• Experience managing performance and stocks on digital platforms and digital concessions.
• Able to demonstrate a commercial aptitude and pragmatic approach to working
• Stock management skills are essential as is having established your experience working with WSSIs, sales forecasting and BTAs.
• Excellent organisational skills, able to use initiative, and be agile in a fast paced and ever changing environment
• Advanced Excel skills with strong ability to manipulate data and produce reports accurately and efficiently at ease
• Global HQ experience, able to understand and manage priorities of retail and head office
• Able to communicate at all levels within the brand in a professional way
• Ability to lead, manage and develop a team
• Excellent time management and organisational skills whilst able to prioritise workload accordingly
• An energetic, can do and positive attitude
• Remains calm under pressure and leads by example

ABOUT THE LOCATION

Based in our East London Studios in vibrant Shoreditch with perks and benefits offered from local businesses including discounts on food, shopping and health & beauty. Studio Location.

Approximately a 10 minute walk from Liverpool Street Station and a 5 minute walk from Shoreditch High Street.

WHAT WE STAND FOR

The Customer is the Boss

We work as one proud team to get the best for our customers

One Team

We are joined up and encourage others to share their ideas

We Do What We Say We Will

We know our goals, and we work with clear outcomes in mind

We Are Responsible

We are self aware, understand the impact we have on others and are positive about the future

BENEFITS

• A generous wardrobe allowance so that you can wear our beautiful clothes to work each day
• We are a disability committed certified employer
• Employee discount for you to spend with family and friends
• 25 days holiday increasing to 28 days after 2 years continuous service
• Bank holidays, birthdays and volunteering days off
• Access to dental cash plan & free virtual GP appointments through Aviva
• UNUM employee assistance helpline
• Life assurance cover
• Access to discounted gym membership and corporate discounts
• Hybrid working in our historic East London studios, working hours are 9-5.30pm
• Free, confidential, wellbeing and lifestyle support with Retail Trust
• Enhanced family leave benefits (neonatal, fertility, maternity, paternity, adaption, menopause)
• Health days for you to use either for physical or mental wellness
• Dedicated mental health support from our mental health first aiders
• Eye care vouchers, season ticket loans and much more!

#WeAreAllSaints

Our aim is to develop truly diverse teams and create an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and able to give of their best whilst contributing to the success of our brand.

We recognise the importance and strength of diversity and commit to providing equal opportunities to everyone in our employment and recruitment processes. We safeguard against any form of discrimination irrespective of gender, gender reassignment, marital status, race, ethnic origin, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, religion, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status or age.

Even if you feel you don’t tick all the boxes, we’d still very much like to hear from you. We want you to know that finding people who have a passion for our brand and are open to learning is incredibly important to us.

If you need any support or adjustments during your application, please get in touch with us and we are happy to help.