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Merchandise Planning Manager

Ref: AS4284159

London, UK

£60,000

  • Permanent
  • Strategic Financial Planning
  • Data-Driven Decision Making
  • Collaborative Team Leader

About the candidate

The candidate is an experienced Merchandise Planning Manager with a substantial background in retail environments, demonstrating exceptional skills in financial planning, analytics, and cross-departmental collaboration. With a keen ability to analyse complex data and convert insights into strategic outcomes, they are adept at managing the demands of fast-paced business settings. Their ability to foster relationships has proven pivotal in aligning departmental goals with corporate strategies, ensuring consistent achievement of financial targets.

They have gained practical experience in various retail settings ranging from regional chains to national fashion outlets and e-commerce platforms, further polishing a versatile skill set that can adapt dynamically to different organisational needs. Their proven track record includes impactful contributions such as significant revenue upsurges and customer satisfaction improvements.

What makes them great?

  • Revenue Enhancement: Drove a 20% increase in sales margins by implementing metrics-driven strategies in a regional retail environment.
  • Inventory Efficiency: Successfully reduced stock-outs and enhanced customer satisfaction by refining forecasting and inventory management practices in a mid-size e-commerce setting.
  • Sales Growth: Achieved a 15% increase in sales during peak seasons by spearheading targeted merchandise plans in a national retail setting.

Areas of expertise

  • Financial Planning: Skilled in orchestrating comprehensive merchandise financial plans that enhance profitability and market response.
  • Analytics and Insights: Proficient in leveraging statistical tools and data analysis to guide strategic decisions and optimise inventory management.
  • Collaborative Leadership: Proven ability to lead through collaboration, effectively driving project success by uniting cross-functional teams.