Assistant / Junior Merchandiser - Fashion

To support the Buying team with planning intake and insuring the WSSI and OTB is updated.Client DetailsA leading retailer that sells brands across mens, womens and kids wear, including footwear, clothing and accessories. DescriptionReview Previous Seasons and produce SWOT Analysis with supporting information.Seasonal sales forecasting by quarter/week - Gross, net, margin & contribution.Strategy planning in conjunction with the senior management team.In conjunction with the Buying Team, create a category level product mix and build the range plan.Plan quarterly stock intake, opening and closing stock, stock turn and weeks cover.Plan intake margin and trading margin.Ensure that the WSSI and OTB is updated.Ensure that the buy matches the plan.Plan and monitor size mix.Establish working relationships with Supplier BaseManage the order books to ensure that the most accurate information is always in the system.Reviews' weekly trading performance and achieved KPI's, identifying Issues and the course of action in preparation for the weekly trading meetings.Propose and agree actions to recover risk and maximise opportunities within the category and at line level.Sales reforecasting, monitor sales variance to plan.Manage Intake at category and line level. Manage all delivery bookings.Monitor and take action on Aged stock and stock banding.Oversee weekly markdowns, create markdown proposals.Initiate and create wholesale packages.Review stock levels and suggest promotional activity.Suggest repeat buys and identify gaps in the product assortment.Manage the range plan in Season and update to reflect any changes.Manage the stock across the Get The Label e-commerce business and related market places. Action weekly stock allocation.Run reports and distribute to the wider business.Ensure the timely launch of stock on the e-commerce platform and market places.ProfileCurrently an Assistant Merchandiser or Senior Assistant Merchandiser or similarStrong Excel SkillsRetail head office experienceAble to work independently as well as part of a teamJob OfferClose to transport linksDiscount on the Product Assistant / Junior Merchandiser - Fashion Assistant / Junior Merchandiser - Fashion Assistant / Junior Merchandiser - Fashion