Assistant Merchandiser - Leisure & Sports

You the Assistant Merchandiser- None Fashion will report to the Senior Merchandiser on your category. The role includes insuring the WSSI is up to date with the buy plan and the KPI's are up to date.Client DetailsA great opportunity for a Assistant Merchandiser- None Fashion to a leading Multi-Channel retailer in the Manchester area. They are looking to grow their Merchandising team as there are going through a period of growth. DescriptionWith the Merchandiser and Buyer review previous season and capture lessons learnedAlongside the Merchandiser and Buyer create the strategy for the department and presentTake ownership of the quarterly range plan at Store level in conjunction with the Merchandiser and BuyerAttend selection meetings with the Merchandiser, Buyer and suppliersMaintaining Line Cards on core styles and taking appropriate actionsReview weekly trading performance and achieved KPI's, identifying Issues and the course of action in preparation for the weekly trading meetingsPropose and agree actions to recover risk and maximise opportunities with the Merchandiser and Buyer at category and line level.Monthly - Capture all agreed actions in the monthly forecast reviews for relevant categories or departments ownedAttend monthly WSSI meetings with your Merchandiser and Merchandise Manager to gain approval : IncorporatingForecasting any sales variance to planCreation of OTB'sManagement of commitments - On time delivery, rebuys cancellationsMarkdown proposalsProfileExperience working at Merchandise Assistant or Assistant Merchandiser above in a retail head office is essentialPlanning, trading and analytical skillsAbility to think on feet and make decisions working within in a fast-paced environmentStrong commercial and brand awareness with an interest in productProfessional with excellent communication skillsConfident, enthusiastic and hungry to learnHighly organised, methodical and efficientJob OfferOpportunities To Progress Throughout The Wider Busines -Working Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5pm, 40 Hours Per WeekAssistant Merchandiser- None Fashion Assistant Merchandiser - Leisure & Sports Assistant Merchandiser - Leisure & Sports Assistant Merchandiser - Leisure & Sports