Senior Merchandiser

VACANCY: Senior Merchandiser

LOCATION: Rochdale

SALARY: Up to £35,000

Kingdom People are working exclusively with our client based in Rochdale who now requires an experienced Senior Merchandiser to join the team due to continued growth. This is an excellent opportunity for someone wanting to elevate their career to the next level and work with a thriving team / organisation. This role requires someone with strong knowledge of critical path, planning and forecasting.

Continuity Forecasting

• Accurate forecasting of stock, no less frequently than fortnightly within the designated product range based on trend/sales analysis - note customer does not provide forecasts, the merchandisers forecast bi-weekly using their own knowledge and analysis
• Monitoring of customer till sales, amendments to forecast estimates as and when required; regular monitoring of low selling lines to identify if they need to be discontinued.
• Ensure data held in forecasting system is up to date and accurate.
• Target customer service levels to be met and recovery plans implemented where required i.e improvements through sea freight and if AF needed, and authorised by merch manager
• Maximise on opportunities/turnover through driving additional volume into stores at key event periods and clearing overstocks where possible working towards target KPI on turnover.
• Planning ahead up to 6 months in advance when looking at fabric and requirements, ensure any planned increases are discussed with customer ahead of lead time, particular around peak/sale
• Full discontinued strategy done twice yearly for a full review of design/colour performance and give focus to possible drop lines ahead of the sign off for new season to ensure we are being proactive reducing losses where possible

New Launch

• Agreeing new launch estimates twice yearly with the Merchandise manager, and customer. Placing orders for the season accordingly
• Review of estimates for new season 16 weeks prior to launch
• When reviewing orders for new launch, manage buffer stocks to ensure if overperformed by +40% from launch
• Attend weekly critical path meetings with the technical team to ensure sealing is on track, and shipment requested for initial orders can be achieved.
• As a Senior you would be required to support the merchandisers with all new launch processes to ensure all understood and processes are followed accurately
• Liaising with the logistics team to aid with the planning of intake/ distribution
• Full website review of products 4 weeks following launch to ensure all lines are live and on sale correctly and review any competition which could potentially split sales

Supplier/Customer Management

• Place orders with supplier in a timely manner, adhering to lead times given, to ensure that customer delivery requirements are met. Orders placed by either sea or air freight depending on delivery time scales.
• Regular communication with the supply base including on site/ teams meetings where required to maintain expected levels of service.
• Management of the supplier to ensure that all deliveries arrive at the specified time, being fully aware of any delays or stock shortages.
• If other merchandisers / assistants require support with the supplier or customer management, offer support where possible
• Complete monthly forward estimates for the suppliers production and managing fabric, fabric planning is critical to service and lead times