Assistant Merchandiser - Manchester, United Kingdom - THG

THG

Verified Company

Manchester, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Tom O´Connor

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Description

THG is a fast-moving, global technology business that specialises in taking brands direct to consumers.

Our world-class proprietary tech and infrastructure powers our extensive portfolio of beauty, nutrition and lifestyle brands and is now helping drive exponential growth of our clients' brands globally.

We're powered by a global team of over 10,000 ambitious people around the world. Our culture is fast-paced and entrepreneurial, it's this DNA that has supported our incredible growth.

We're always looking for individuals that can bring fresh and innovative thinking to THG, and play a part in driving the group forward on its exciting journey.

So, if you're ready to take the next big step in your career, challenge yourself every day and evolve with the world around you, THG is ready for you.

About the Role

THG OnDemand is looking for an Assistant Merchandiser, reporting to the Merchandiser who will be responsible for achieving all department sales, stock, intake and profit plans.

The key purpose of the role is to give the customer what they want, when they want it, in the most profitable way.

Responsibilities (clearly linked to KPIs):

Working with the Merchandiser to agree intake and OTB targets
Updating the WSSI and weekly / monthly sales and intake forecasts
Reviewing the order book and agreeing bookings, proposing cancellations with suppliers and buyers
Agreeing cancellations and RTV's with suppliers based on current stock / sales
Reviewing SKU merch status with buyers to ensure appropriate availability is being measured and maximised
Circulating daily release schedule and highlighting any key issues
Reviewing and scrutinizing any new buy proposals
Proposing and agreeing weekly replenishment and prerelease PO's with buyers
Reviewing outstanding customer order report
Ensuring release dates are accurate and up to date and arranging mail merges if necessary
Management of the MA's in terms of personal development, workload, responsibilities
Driving trading actions within a given SMC in terms of reviewing new launch/release performance, aged stock profile, intake and sales performance at supplier/product level, OOS lines
Actioning IWT's to ensure the most effective and efficient stock holding profile
Forecasting and managing linecards on key lines
Overseeing any BOBO/kitting requests and projects
Driving more standardised reporting through SQL
Deputising for the merchandiser where required

Competencies:

Influences and communicates confidently. Ability to build strong relationships
Quickly identifies issues, focusing on solutions.
Ability to plan and prioritise well and continually measuring and reviewing progress
Good technical knowledge of WSSI, OTB and P&L management

Role Requirements

Experience working within a Merchandising function
Experience in working across variety of categories in a fast paced environment
Mutli-DC experience and a history of working with a high SKU count
Numerate, analytical and able to work at fast pace
Highly analytical and proficient in the use of Microsoft Office with strong Excel skills
Proven track record of delivering planned sales and margin targets