Outlets Merchandiser & Trading Planner

Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS); Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading clothing retailer is looking for a Merchandiser to support the Head of Merchandising in maximizing profit and sales through efficient stock management. The ideal candidate should have strong Excel skills, experience in a head office merchandising environment, and be commercially aware in the fashion retail industry. This role offers a full-time position with hybrid working based in South West London.

Qualifications

• Experience in multi-channel retailing is a plus.
• Ability to manage a heavy workload and meet tight deadlines.
• Experience with Futura system is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head of Merchandising in stock management.
• Review historical performance to determine future product strategy.
• Establish an ordering critical path for seasonal issues.
• Undertake regular store and competitor visits for insights.
• Develop a knowledge of Merchandising systems.

Skills

Strong excel skills

Highly numerate

Good presentation skills

Commercially aware with interest in fashion retail industry

Excellent organisational and problem solving skills

Experience in a head office Merchandising environment

Able to work both independently and within a small team

Experience in people management

Job description

A leading clothing retailer is looking for a Merchandiser to support the Head of Merchandising in maximizing profit and sales through efficient stock management. The ideal candidate should have strong Excel skills, experience in a head office merchandising environment, and be commercially aware in the fashion retail industry. This role offers a full-time position with hybrid working based in South West London.