Sr Assistant Merchandiser, EMEA

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a strategic planner to drive growth across Europe and the Middle East. This role involves developing and executing planning strategies, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and presenting insights to enhance brand performance. Ideal candidates will have a strong analytical background, excellent communication skills, and a passion for understanding customer trends. Join a dynamic team that values collaboration and innovation, where your contributions will shape the future of the brand in a competitive market.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of planning experience in a corporate retail environment.
• Strong analytical skills and understanding of customer trends.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute planning strategies across Europe & Middle East.
• Conduct detailed post-season reviews and develop future strategies.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Presentation Skills

Multi-tasking

Leadership Qualities

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business

Bachelor's degree in Finance

Bachelor's degree in Economics

Job description

Job Responsibilities

1. Develop and execute department and item level planning strategies across Europe & Middle East for a specific gender within our brands.
2. Provide input on regional volume, inventory, and style count targets for all departments within the relevant brand and gender.
3. Develop assortment frameworks for key departments, focusing on crucial items to drive growth and connect with European & Middle Eastern customers.
4. Participate in Home Office milestone meetings, highlighting region-specific strategies for the season.
5. Partner with European promo resources to execute in-season promotions and pricing changes.
6. Present weekly updates during Monday review meetings, including regional strengths, opportunities, and recommended actions.
7. Review regional progress against plans, and propose adjustments and inventory strategies in collaboration with store planning teams.
8. Post-season, conduct detailed reviews and develop strategies for future seasons at the item and department levels.
9. Maintain regular remote communication with Home Office teams, providing updates and effective communication on a daily basis.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Business, Finance, Economics, or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of planning experience, preferably in a corporate retail environment.
• Strong analytical skills with proven problem-solving abilities.
• Clear understanding of target customer and product trends.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and multi-tasking skills.
• Team-oriented with leadership qualities.
• Collaborative approach to working with cross-functional partners to realize brand vision.