Merchandiser

Matalan; Knowsley; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discount

Recognition scheme

Wellbeing support

Life Assurance

Retail rewards platform

Pension

Career development

Job summary

Matalan is seeking a Merchandiser to optimise profitability in a designated product area, collaborating with Merchandising, Buying and Design. You will lead planning, forecasting and range development while training junior staff.

Core duties include seasonal buying plans, KPI setting, stock and range management, and collaboration with Buyers to deliver commercial ranges. Roles include permanent and temporary positions; attractive benefits and pension are available.

Qualifications

• Successfully held Junior Merchandiser or Merchandiser role in a fast-paced fashion retail environment.
• Demonstrates strong leadership and coaching skills, with ability to influence and negotiate in the workplace.
• Ability to drive and deliver results in line with company strategy.
• Quick learner, able to deal with and manage change.

Responsibilities

• Prepare seasonal buying plans through analysis of historical data and understanding of future trends and activities.
• Set and agree core KPIs with the Buyer in terms of sales, stock intake, margin, stock turn, markdown and terminal stock.
• Work with the Buyer to develop commercial ranges and initial stock intake plans.
• Ensure final ranges meet targets, delivering the range with the Buyer.
• Plan and control initial product intake phasing.
• Plan and control mailer or event availability.
• Maximise opportunities and minimise risks by monitoring performance versus plan and taking remedial action.
• Maintain Open to Buy Management, intake, despatch, DC & store stock levels and forecasting of markdown spend and terminal stock forecasts.
• Coach and develop trainees, assistants, and juniors within the team.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Commercial acumen

Results driven

Job description

As a Merchandiser here at Matalan you will work with the team to optimise the profitability of a designated product area, developing a commercial liaison across all interfaces with the Merchandising, Buying and Design functions within the business alongside training and development of own team.

Key Responsibilites

• Preparation of seasonal buying plans through thorough analysis of historical data and understanding of future trends and activities.
• Set and agree core KPI’s with the Buyer in terms of sales, stock intake phasing, margin, stock turn, markdown and terminal stock, translating KPI’s into a range of framework.
• Working with the Buyer to develop commercial ranges within this framework, establishing initial stock intake plans and stock covers.
• Ensures final ranges selected meets the targets outlined, delivering the range jointly with the Buyer.
• Plan and control the initial product intake phasing.
• Plan and control mailer or event availability.
• Maximise opportunities and minimise risks of performance by monitoring actual performance versus plan, taking remedial action where necessary.
• Maintain effective control of Open to Buy Management, Intake, Despatch, DC & Store stock levels, accurate forecasting of markdown spend and terminal stock forecasts.
• Coaching and development of trainees, assistants and, where applicable, juniors within the team.

Please note - we have permanent and temporary roles available.

• Successfully held Junior Merchandiser or Merchandiser role, within a fast paced fashion retail environment
• Able to demonstrate strong leadership and coaching skills, with the ability to influence and negotiate in the workplace
• Ability to drive and deliver results in line with company strategy
• Quick learner able to deal with & manage change
• Strong commercial acumen
• Able to travel when the business require

In addition to competitive salaries, we also offer the below core benefits:

• 20% staff discount, which increases with length of service
• Thrive Recognition Scheme
• Wellbeing support provided by the Retail Trust
• Life Assurance
• Retail Rewards platform offering discounts for other retailers
• Pension Scheme
• Access to a wide range of career development
• Additional benefits may apply depending on your role and area of the business

From humble beginnings to disruptive innovations in the retail industry, find out about how Matalan is ever-evolving here.

We know as a team, we are stronger together – we champion equality for all and make lasting connections that go beyond work. We thrive off our inclusive culture, encouraging our colleagues to bring their true selves to work and contributing to collective creativity, open-mindedness and growth.

We want give every candidate the opportunity to perform at their best throughout the application and interview process and then ultimately in their role. If you require any adjustments during our recruitment process, please don’t hesitate to let us know.

In the event that a high volume of suitable applications are received, the post may close prior to the specified closing date. Please apply as soon as possible if interested.