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Senior Merchandiser

Chester, UK

£50,000

  • Permanent
  • Strategic Merchandise Planning
  • Market Analysis Expert
  • Profitability Enhancement

About the candidate

The candidate is an adept senior merchandiser with a strong portfolio over eight years, specialising in the fashion industry. With a proven track record in both retail and e-commerce channels, they have demonstrated a remarkable ability to harness creativity alongside data-driven insights to maximise product performance. Known for their analytical skills and deep understanding of market trends, they excel in dynamic settings, continually adapting to meet commercial needs.

This professional has a history of achieving significant improvements in sell-through rates and margins, evidencing a robust capability in developing and executing strategic merchandise plans that resonate with brand objectives. Their leadership is marked by fostering a teamwork-focused environment, enhancing team creativity and accountability, which directly boosts organisational growth and success.

What makes them great?

  • Commercial Success Leadership: Drove a 30% increase in sell-through rates by aligning merchandise strategies with brand goals and market trends.
  • Profitability Enhancement: Improved inventory turnover by 25%, contributing to greater profitability through skillful management of markdown and replenishment processes.
  • Efficient Process Implementation: Enhanced product launch efficiency by reducing time-to-market by 15%, through effective range planning and alignment with consumer demands.

Areas of expertise

  • Strategic Merchandise Planning: Skilful in crafting and implementing comprehensive seasonal merchandise plans that enhance brand alignment and performance.
  • Market Analysis & Trend Insight: Exceptional ability to utilise market research and sales data to inform effective merchandising strategies and optimise product assortments.
  • Inventory & Margin Optimisation: Proven expertise in managing inventory turnover and margin enhancement through innovative forecasting, markdown, and replenishment strategies.