Assistant Merchandiser

Assistant Merchandiser London, England

Hamleys of London Limited
Full Time London, England 39970 - 46077 GBP ANNUAL Today
Job description

About us

Here at Hamleys we are all about magic and fun. Our brand is synonymous with making children’s dreams come true. Founded in 1760, by William Hamley with a vision to be the finest toy store in the world, we are a true British icon – and we are growing fast! Because of this we have an exciting new role available. Hamleys is on the look out for a new Assistant Merchandiser to join our head office.

Key Responsibilities:

To plan, effectively forecast, and place orders for areas of responsibility. Ensuring you are driving sales through improved availability and that stock is in the right place at right time to maximise full price sell through.

· To plan and place orders for new lines according to agreed forecasts and phasing

· Provide weekly summary of performance within areas of responsibility, relating to sales, stock, profit and promotions and markdown versus budget and last year

· To plan and place re-orders for all core and new lines to maintain agreed range and Division sales, cover and stock targets and to maintain a credible offer

· To work with all suppliers and where appropriate the Asia sourcing office to ensure that all orders are delivered on time

· Key contact for stores on inventory queries for areas of responsibility

· To liaise with the warehouse to ensure that inbound and outbound priorities are set according to Category plans

· To liaise with the warehouse to ensure that new and promotional lines are delivered to the stores according to agreed timelines

· To identify risk and opportunity in season and trade the Category alongside the relevant Buyer

· Partner with the buying teams to create seasonal strategies for departments relating to all KPI’S

· Provide historical analysis to develop planning forecasts for areas of responsibility,

· To Forecast line level sales for the season within the Range Plans

· To ensure product is allocated to the right level and within OTB boundaries

· To actively partake in stock risk assessment and terminal stock actions

· Support the MAA with replenishment to ensure availability targets are met

Person profile and experience

· Demonstrates standards of excellence

· Fluent in written and spoken English

· Excellent inter-personal skills

· Professional, organised, methodical and efficient

· Planning and analytical skills

· Promotes personal credibility through working productively

· Works independently with effective time management

· To show a willingness to learn and self-develop

· Passionate about product, strong market and brand awareness

Specific Job Skills:

· Has a minimum of 12 months experience in a retail Merchandising role

· Is highly organised and has a proactive approach to planning

· Has an eye for detail

· Has a logical and creative approach to problem solving

· Can demonstrate the ability to work to tight deadlines and prioritise effectively

· Can work independently and as part of a team

· FMCG Experience would be an advantage

Computer skills:

· Microsoft Office and strong knowledge of Excel and Island Pacific or similar Merchandising system is desirable

Education:

· Degree educated (preferred)

Benefits:

Hybrid working.

Store Discounts.

Additional birthday leave.

Early Friday finish - on the last Friday of every month support centre employees finish work 2 hours earlier than their usual finish time.

Retail Trust Employee Assistance.

Life Assurance.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

  • Additional leave
  • Casual dress
  • Company pension
  • Store discount
  • Work from home

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

Experience:

  • Merchandising: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in London

Assistant Merchandiser
Hamleys of London Limited

www.hamleys.com
London, United Kingdom
Ralph Cunningham
Unknown / Non-Applicable
501 to 1000 Employees
Company - Private
Toy & Hobby Stores
1760
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