Merchandiser - Fashion
Manchester
£36,000 + Benefits
Role Profile
Cast UK are thrilled to be working with a leading fashion retailer based in Manchester to recruit a Merchandiser to join their growing team. Reporting into the Merchandise Manager, you will be responsible for 3 fast-growing departments whilst inspiring and developing a team of 3 comprising of 1 Assistant Merchandiser and 2 Merchandise Assistants This is a fantastic opportunity to join one of the UK's fastest growing and successful retailers, therefore if you are an established Merchandiser looking to join a high energy, fast-paced retail business going through a phenomenal stage of growth then apply today!
Key Responsibilities
Using data to optimise the sales volume and profitability
Budget planning
Controlling stock levels based on the WSSI
Reviewing sales forecasts based on performance
Analysing and monitoring best and worst sellers, making informed recommendations
Recommending promotions and re buys
Monitoring and maintaining buying margin and gross profit margins
Ensuring that best sellers reach their full potential
Providing the Head of Merchandising and buying team with data to enable informed decisions and planning
Building and maintaining strong relationships between the merchandising function and all other business areas to ensure goals achieved
Delivering key information at the right time, to the right people, presenting when necessary at high level meetings as requested
Skills, Experience & Personal Attributes
It is essential that you are currently working as an established Junior Merchandiser or Merchandiser for a retailer
Fashion experience is essential
Strong trading and planning skills
Reactive, with the ability to cope with the pressures of a fast-paced working environment
Numerate with a good level of IT skills, particularly Microsoft Excel and WSSI experience
Confident, enthusiastic and highly driven
Client information
Our client is a successful and rapidly growing fashion retailer based in Manchester
Remuneration
£36,000 + Benefits
About Cast UK
Cast UK is a leading executive consultancy, providing national recruitment solutions to both clients and candidates. Specialising in, HR, Procurement, Buying, Supply Chain, and Logistics, each member of our specialist team has a professional background specific to their recruiting sector. With this unique insight and knowledge, our consultants are able to place individuals from trainee through to main board. For more information on Cast UK and a complete list of all of our current vacancies, please visit www.castuk.com
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