Merchandiser

Boden; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job description

Stylish, grounded, uplifting - these values live through everything we do at Boden. Without the collaboration, honesty and friendship between our teams, we wouldn't be where we are today. We curate a world of beauty that's ethical, inclusive - and importantly - good fun. We inspire you to live your best life. We are Boden.

Overview

We are looking for a Merchandiser - Retail and Wholesale. Within this role you will support the Merchandising function to plan and deliver 'best of Boden' ranges in Partnerships.

Location: 3-4 days per week based at our North Acton Office. What You Will Do

Planning

• Plan an optimum range that delivers against the financials and aligns to Directs big ideas, category mixes and growth plans.
• Optimum range size and phasing always considering Customer mindset (Seasonal timings, End Use, Pricing) and Selling channels (Online, stores, wholesale, marketplace).
• Range appeal to all Partners - Product & attribute architecture to support partner nuances e.g., print mix, price architecture, buy now wear now by Partner.
• Influence and communicate across functions to aid selling
• Partner phasing requirements.
• Work closely with E-commerce Team to ensure images are ready and available to Partners.
• Lead Partner meetings.

Trading

• Present weekly trade performance, making recommendations that are action focused to optimise.
• Regular trade meetings with Partners to communicate Boden vision and ensure strategies are aligned.

OTB planning & phasing

• WSSI management.
• Ensure OTB generated satisfies the key KPIs.
• Seasonal strategy for offers.
• Critical path planning & management.
• Manage impact of returns.

Stock Management

• Adhere to stock plans by Partner and location.
• Allocation and Replenishment management.
• Recall management.
• WH capacity planning.

Systems & Processes

• Support implementation of S5 throughout the Business.
• Robust Monthly forecast review adhered to.
• Support data accuracy.
• Be vocal in challenging the status quo and offer solutions to improve the future.
• Consider requirements for future projects e.g., Retail, Wholesale, Marketplace.
• Active use and support of other tools provided by the business.

Management and Stakeholder relationships

• Ability to deputise for Merchandising Manager when required.
• Lead weekly 121's with direct reports.
• Comfortable to delegate to enable learning within the teams.
• Clear, consistent processes through the Critical Path with well communicated, timely deadlines.
• Build cross-functional relationships across Product, Finance, IT, Warehouse and Partners.
• Liaising with Direct teams to ensure order fulfilment and that changes are communicated to Partner clearly and in time.
• Chair regular Partner meeting to share Trade updates and insights into performance and explore ATS opportunities.

What We Are Looking For

• A "Think Customer" attitude and commercial awareness.
• Highly analytical with strong decision-making skills.
• Coaching approach to managing people and performance.
• Enjoys being creative in a fast-paced environment.
• Skilled in Excel.