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Merchandise Planning Manager

Ref: AS1422039

London, UK

£60,000

  • Permanent
  • Inventory Optimization
  • Strategic Planning Support
  • Collaborative Teamwork

About the candidate

The candidate is a highly accomplished Merchandise Planning Manager with over six years of experience in the retail sector. They bring a wealth of knowledge in merchandise optimisation and financial planning, showcasing a strong knack for analytical tasks, advanced Excel skills, and a proven ability to enhance planning systems for better accuracy and efficiency. Their work experience spans various established retail environments, ranging from regional to national levels, where they have been instrumental in leading projects that significantly improve inventory productivity and forecast accuracy.

Known for their collaborative spirit, the candidate excels at working with cross-functional teams, facilitating alignment between operational processes and strategic objectives. Their exceptional skill in converting complex data into tangible and actionable insights has been crucial in aiding senior management in making informed business decisions, thereby promoting a culture of continuous improvement within the organisations they've worked with.

What makes them great?

  • Proven Record of Improvements: Led a project to enhance OTB planning tools, achieving a 15% improvement in inventory productivity. Also, played a key role in rolling out new planning software that increased forecast accuracy by 20%.
  • Strategic Planning Support: Consistently supports senior leadership by translating complex data sets into actionable insights, influencing informed decision-making processes.
  • Collaborative Team Player: Excels in partnerning with finance, product teams, and other departments to align strategies and operations effectively.

Areas of expertise

  • Merchandise Planning and Forecasting: Expert in managing multiple product categories, focusing on merchandise assortment forecasting and inventory turnover. Proven track record in improving financial targets and inventory performance.
  • Implementation and Process Optimisation: Skilled in implementing new planning software and tools that enhance operational efficiency and forecast accuracy.
  • Data Analysis and Reporting: Advanced proficiency in data analysis with a strong ability to develop, maintain, and utilise key performance indicators to track and improve inventory performance and profitability.