Merchandiser (Maternity) - Liverpool, United Kingdom - BM Stores

BM Stores

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Liverpool, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

We are looking for a Merchandiser (maternity cover) to join our Buying team in one of our core Home categories. The role is based here at our Support Centre in Speke, Liverpool L24 and is and full time.

In this role, you will be working alongside the Buyer with the day-to-day running of the department, with 6 sub categories and approx.400 SKUs.

The Key Accountabilities in the role are:

Working to tight restrictions to ensure stock is maintained throughout the year at the correct levels, particularly through peak periods i.e. new product range launches, Christmas, promotion periods etc.
Assisting with the creation of weekly core stock orders, which is the main task of the departments, managing these orders into the business efficiently
Analysing data from the previous year, and current trends to make the right decisions and identify "gaps " in current market
Cultivating close working relationships with key suppliers to ensure the business is supported by them
Maintain and update WSSI's & Linecards on a daily basis.
Working to calendars, which involves forecasting crucial lines for long periods
Being proficient in the use of Excel where the business uses heavily formulated worksheets to manipulate reports into the desired information required.
Already an experienced Merchandiser or a very strong Junior Merchandiser who is absolutely ready to step up
Results orientated with a track record of achieving targets & delivering growth
Strong negotiation, communication, interpersonal and influencing skills
Able to build and maintain effective and productive relationships with key stakeholders and suppliers
Strong numerical and analytical skills, methodical with numbers
Able to utilise data to fully understand customer behaviour and habits
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office in particular Excel with real attention to detail
B&M are an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment for all colleagues_