N Brown Group
Job title:
Assistant Merchandiser Level 2 – Home
Company
N Brown Group
Job description
Here at N Brown, we champion inclusivity by making our customers look and feel amazing. We don’t believe that age, size, shape or background should stop anyone from feeling confident, stylish and happy with the way they look and feel. With our industry leading expertise in creating fashion that fits, we’ve been proudly breaking down these barriers for over 150 years. We help our customers to express themselves with stylish products, helpful services and flexible finance. Now, we’re moving forward together, embracing innovation and new technology, to continue to delight our customers. You will be part of a team who have a strong strategy to grow beauty and are passionate about offering real beauty for the real woman in an inspiring way.
Working here you’ll explore everything the world of digital retail has to offer – asking questions, trying new things and chasing new opportunities. Combine this curiosity with the freedom to make your own decisions, take charge of projects and work flexibly, and you’ve got the perfect place to show your skills and learn new ones. It’s fast and furious here at times, but this just means something new and exciting is always on the way. So, if you collaborate, think on your feet, embrace innovation and love rising to a challenge, your work with us will have a serious impact on the business, your career and our customers’ lives. We are proud to be N Brown.
Assistant Merchandiser Level 2
The Assistant Merchandiser reports to a Merchandiser or Senior Merchandiser, the role will have some degree of Merchandising responsibility and is the first step to becoming a Merchandiser. The aim is to maximise commercial opportunities through the effective management of inventory, driving demand and service through improved availability and forecasting and reducing markdown to maximise profit.
What you’ll be responsible for as an Assistant Merchandiser Level 2:
Identify and complete actions for a daily/weekly trading issues
Prepare and present weekly trading information within the department
Update and maintain line cards recommending action (RDF/IP)
Using the most current information, assess trended forecast estimate for accuracy, submit recommendations for buys and cancellations
Conduct regular meetings with suppliers and direct dispatch team to provide revised forecast information
Prepare and present corrective action plans to clear and maintain dormancy levels;
Using historical analysis, present conclusions to support range planning
Pre-empt future problems using supplier knowledge, shipping info and liaison with CSO and warehouses
Challenge and escalate any dates that are or will be missed or will affect launch availability in line with the critical path
Calculate colour/size ratio breakdowns considering MOQs and lead times to ensure the appropriate levels of availability at all times
Ad hoc duties are also an essential daily part of the Assistant Merchandisers role, also providing administrative support when required
Identify PO’s and amendments to be raised
Support and communicate with Partnership Team
What you will need to succeed as an Assistant Merchandiser Level 2:
Excellent administrative, communication and organisation skills
A keen interest in fashion and customer first
Driven & motivated
Retail experience preferred
In return for your hard-work and commitment, you’ll receive fantastic training and a competitive benefits package.
Employees in our business may have access to our customers’ personal data therefore for a number of our roles, offers of employment are subject to a satisfactory criminal record check.
Having a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an individual from obtaining a position with JD Williams
Expected salary
£23000 per year
Location
Manchester
Job date
Thu, 08 Feb 2024 06:40:48 GMT
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