30,000 St. Helens Monday to Friday - 8am to 4.30pm/ 9am to 5.30pm Office based - however a driving license is essential due to client visits
As an operations merchandising manager, you will be pivotal in managing our extensive product range and operations. This role requires strategic oversight and a hands-on approach. The successful candidate will be responsible for the development of the field merchandising team.
Key Responsibilities
Own and drive the merchandising strategies that align with business goals, for product categories and marketplace, across all channels
Lead, mentor, and manage the Merchandising team, overseeing the entire function across all channels including, providing ongoing feedback, and facilitating professional development
Provide detailed analysis delivering valuable insights to the Management team to support strategic decision-making
Work closely with the product team to build a commercial range using data driven insight and knowledge
Plan and manage budgets to drive success across categories, new collections and core styles
Confidently work with key stakeholders to understand and deliver range requirements for each trading channel
Produce Weekly trade reports, review sales performance and providing trade-based recommendations and actions
Manage key supplier relationships providing monthly rolling business forecasts
Oversee buying process and margin targets with suppliers
Manage inventory levels and stock replenishment to prevent overstocking or stock outs
Proactively identify and implement industry best practices in merchandising, stock management, and Open to Buy (OTB) strategies
