Matalan
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Salary: competitive plus benefits
Working Pattern: Full Time
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: 38.75
About Matalan
From humble beginnings to disruptive innovations in the retail industry, find out about how Matalan is ever-evolving here.
We know as a team, we are stronger together – we champion equality for all and make lasting connections that go beyond work. We thrive off our inclusive culture, encouraging our colleagues to bring their true selves to work and contributing to collective creativity, open-mindedness and growth.
We want to give every candidate the opportunity to perform at their best throughout the application and interview process and then ultimately in their role. If you require any adjustments during our recruitment process, please don’t hesitate to let us know.
In the event that a high volume of suitable applications are received, the post may close prior to the specified closing date. Please apply as soon as possible if interested.
About The Role
As a Merchandiser here at Matalan, you will work with the team to optimise the profitability of a designated product area, developing a commercial liaison across all interfaces with the Merchandising, Buying and Design functions within the business alongside training and development of your own team.
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Duties Will Include
- Preparation of seasonal buying plans through thorough analysis of historical data and understanding of future trends and activities.
- Set and agree core KPIs with the Buyer in terms of sales, stock intake phasing, margin, stock turn, markdown and terminal stock, translating KPIs into a range of framework.
- Working with the Buyer to develop commercial ranges within this framework, establishing initial stock intake plans and stock covers.
- Ensures final ranges selected meets the targets outlined, delivering the range jointly with the Buyer.
- Plan and control the initial product intake phasing.
- Plan and control mailer or event availability.
- Maximise opportunities and minimise risks of performance by monitoring actual performance versus plan, taking remedial action where necessary.
- Maintain effective control of Open to Buy Management, Intake, Despatch, DC & Store stock levels, accurate forecasting of markdown spend and terminal stock forecasts.
- Coaching and development of trainees, assistants and, where applicable, juniors within the team.
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About You
- Successfully held Junior Merchandiser or Merchandiser role, within a fast-paced environment.
- Able to demonstrate strong leadership and coaching skills, with the ability to influence and negotiate in the workplace.
- Ability to drive and deliver results in line with company strategy.
- Quick learner able to deal with and manage change.
- Strong commercial acumen.
- Able to travel when the business requires.
Benefits
In addition to competitive salaries, we also offer the below core benefits:
- 20% staff discount, which increases with length of service.
- Thrive Recognition Scheme.
- Wellbeing support provided by the Retail Trust.
- Life Assurance.
- Retail Rewards platform offering discounts for other retailers.
- Pension Scheme.
- Access to a wide range of career development.
- Additional benefits may apply depending on your role and area of the business.
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