Merchandiser in Bradford - CV-Library

MERCHANDISER | MULTI-CHANNEL RETAILER | HYBRID WORKING | £40K-£50K | GROWTH & DEVELOPMENT

Zachary Daniels Recruitment are delighted to be partnered with an established brand, who have a strong customer base across Europe. They are looking to grow and expand and they see this through expanding their store estate. This role will sit within their retail merchandising function and be key in maxising sales across their growing store portfolio.

Our client is looking for a talented Merchandiser who wants an exciting opportunity which will make a real impact in a fast-paced retail environment. We're looking for a dynamic and driven individual to take ownership of a range of crucial merchandising functions, from WSSI set-up to Range Planning to liaising with external partners and store teams.

Key Responsibilities:
WSSI Set-up & Management: Oversee the creation and maintenance of the Weekly Sales, Stock & Intake (WSSI) to ensure accurate reporting and inventory planning.
Store Grading: Carry out store grading and assess performance to optimise stock allocation and store-specific needs.
Allocations: Manage product allocations to stores, ensuring that stock levels are aligned with demand, store capacity, and sales trends.
Range & Product Planning: Work closely with the buying team to plan and define product ranges, ensuring that we have the right products in the right stores at the right time.
Liaising with External Partners: Communicate and collaborate with external concession partners, manufacturers, and third-party logistics partners to ensure smooth operations and OTIF
Store Liaison: Build strong working relationships with store teams to understand their needs and ensure they are fully supported in delivering an exceptional customer experience.
Team Development: This role offers the opportunity to build and lead a merchandising team, with full support in developing and nurturing talent for long-term success.

The Ideal Candidate:

Previous experience in retail merchandising
Strong knowledge of WSSI processes and inventory management.
Proven ability to analyse sales and stock data to inform decisions.
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, ever-changing retail environment.
Experience in range planning, product planning, and store allocation.
A proactive, solutions-focused approach with a keen eye for detail.
Leadership potential or prior experience in team management is highly desirable.

What Is On Offer:

A collaborative and supportive working environment.
Opportunity to develop and progress your career within a growing business.
Competitive salary and benefits package.
The chance to build a high-performing team and have a tangible impact on the success of our client's retail operations.BBBH32242