Main characteristics
- Location
- Manchester, Manchester
- Company
- Mandeville
- Salary
- £30000 - £35000/annum + Hybrid working & Travel
- Employment type
- Permanent
- Category
- Arts / Graphic Design
Job summary
I am on the lookout for a Junior Merchandiser in Manchester to join a dynamic and rapidly expanding fashion retail organisation with a diverse and growing portfolio of brands.My client is on an exciting growth trajectory and are seeking an entrepreneurial Junior Merchandiser to join their team.
I am looking for someone who thinks outside the box and see pasts the traditional and typical merchandising role.
If you're a proactive and results-oriented individual and a have desire to take on new challenges, as well as grow with the organisation I want to hear from you!
Why Join:
* Exciting opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking organisation with ambitious
growth goals.
* Collaborative and supportive work environment where your contributions are valued.
* Opportunity for career development and advancement within the company.
* Competitive salary
About the role:
* Assist in the planning and execution of merchandising strategies to maximise sales
and profitability.
* Support the buying process by analysing sales trends, monitoring inventory levels,
and identifying product opportunities.
* Generate and analyse sales reports to track performance and identify areas for
improvement.
* Support in-season trading activities, including markdowns, replenishment, and
allocation decisions.
* Maintain accurate records of product information, pricing, and inventory levels.
* Conduct detailed sales analysis to identify trends and opportunities for growth.
* Work collaboratively with the buyer, QC, and warehousing teams to ensure seamless
supply chain management from order placement to delivery.
* Support the buyer in negotiations for bulk cost pricing and manage the critical path
* Consolidating wholesale orders and raising orders
* Must have a strong understanding and experience freight consolidation, duty costs,
and warehousing expenses. Liaising with freight forwarder about the import
documentation and arranging delivery to the warehouse
* Ensure compliance by establishing merchandising processes and procedures.
* Stay informed about industry trends and competitor activities to inform decision-
making.
Requirements:
* Previous experience as a Senior Assistant Merchandiser or Junior Merchandiser within
the fashion retail industry.
* Strong analytical skills with the ability to conduct detailed sales analysis and
generate actionable insights.
* Process-driven mindset with exceptional attention to detail.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate
effectively with cross-functional teams.
* Entrepreneurial spirit and a passion for driving growth and achieving results.
Mandeville is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy
Benefits: Hybrid working & Travel