Senior Merchandiser

AllSaints; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wardrobe allowance

Employee discount

25 days holiday increasing to 28

Bank holidays & volunteering days off

Dental plan (Aviva)

Life assurance

Gym membership discounts

Hybrid working

Job summary

AllSaints in London is seeking a Senior Merchandiser to drive category performance and profitability. You will lead planning, forecasting and trading activities across channels, applying sharp analytics to optimize stock, pricing and sell-through.

You will manage a junior merchandising team and collaborate with regional teams while ensuring compliance with regulations and ethical sourcing. The role is based in East London studios with hybrid work options.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Merchandiser in Fashion Retail.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills to analyze sales data and identify trends.
• Excellent understanding of retail KPIs such as sales, gross margin, inventory turnover and sell-through.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the planned sales and profitability of your channel by managing and optimizing the categories through effective planning and trading.
• Regular analysis of department performance to maximize commercial opportunities.
• Monthly sales forecast analysis to determine IAQs by store and provide feedback for future buys.
• Support retail 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 maximize gross margin.
• Build new store stock packages taking into account regional selling trends, ensuring assortment is commercial and in line with brand vision.
• Collaborate to develop current systems and processes and implement best practices.
• Build relationships across the brand with regional teams and support on capacity, pricing, stock levels, etc.
• Lead, manage and develop the junior Merchandising team.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and ethical sourcing practices.

Skills

Merchandising

Analytical skills

Retail math & KPIs

Planning & allocation

Leadership

Communication

Tools

Excel

Job description

London, England, United Kingdom , Permanent

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

The Senior Merchandiser is responsible for delivering the planned sales and profitability of their department by managing and optimizing the categories through effective planning and trading. This role involves in-depth analysis of performance, allocation planning, and supporting retail teams to maximise sales and profitability.

What you’ll be doing (key responsibilities)

• Deliver the planned sales and profitability of your channel by managing and optimizing the categories through effective planning and trading
• Regular analysis of department performance to maximize commercial opportunities
• Monthly sales forecast analysis to determine IAQs (Initial Allocation Quantities) by store and provide feedback for future buys
• Support retail 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 maximize gross margin
• Build new store stock packages taking into account regional selling trends, ensuring assortment is commercial and in line with brand vision
• In collaboration with Innovations Lead, continuously look for opportunities to 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 topics e.g., capacity, pricing, stock levels, etc.
• Lead, manage and develop the junior Merchandising team
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and ethical sourcing practices

What skills/qualifications do I need?

• Proven experience as a Merchandiser in Fashion Retail, with a strong track record of delivering results
• Strong analytical and numerical skills, with the ability to analyze sales data, identify trends, and make recommendations to optimize performance
• Excellent understanding of retail math, including key performance indicators (KPIs) such as sales, gross margin, inventory turnover, and sell-through
• Proficiency in planning and allocation systems and advanced Excel skills
• Solid understanding of the retail landscape, including market trends, competitor analysis, and customer behavior
• Strong decision-making skills with the ability to balance commercial needs with brand vision
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Commercial acumen and a strong understanding of how to drive profitability
• Leadership and team management skills with the ability to motivate and develop junior team members
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced and dynamic AllSaints environment

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

• 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.