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• Successful brand with a growing portfolio of products
• Excellent benefits and career development opportunities

About Our Client

My client has become the go-to brand for quality products in the leisure activity space of the equestrian world. Their products appeal to casual as well as professional riders who believe in the highest quality, sustainable products for horses and riders, with a never-ending variety of products being offered.

Job Description

• Focused on trading for the department, taking actions forward into future seasons and also optimising the current season through OTB management, and addressing terminal stock issues
• Manage the planning and forecasting process from line level up to product category OTBs to drive profits whilst minimising costs and risks
• Plan and manage multi-channel distribution controlling and effectively utilising stock
• WSSI management/maintenance
• Critical Path Management
• Clearance and Markdown plans in conjunction with buying.
• Along with the Buyer and Design functions, be accountable for the progression of the range, both in the UK and Internationally, using sales analysis and feedback from external parties

• Analyse performance and understand sales & customer trends to anticipate future product needs
• Collate, interpret and summarise data to clearly articulate recommendations that aid key commercial decisions.
• Work closely with Buyers to ensure range, price, and supply is optimised
• Own sales volume forecasts and proactively communicate with the supply chain to deliver stock availability.
• Ensure forecasts reflect seasonal profiles are in-line with campaign activity.
• Promotional/seasonal planning support while collaborating with relevant departments
• Plan range width, depth and content to optimise profitability in the context of New Goods whilst supporting the overall retail offer
• Support senior management, the buying team, E-Commerce, field staff, and other key stakeholders by providing relevant and accurate data to inform decision making
• Stock analysis to drive stock health actions.

The Successful Applicant

• Proven track record and experience at Merchandiser level within a product-centric business.
• Highly numerate, accurate, and able to interpret analysis commercially
• Must have an Analytical background in a mid-senior level role preferably with a retail or online brand.
• Advanced Excel skills are a must
• A skilled communicator with strong influencing skills and able to back opinions with the relevant facts
• Able to manage a high number of tasks and ascertain priorities to achieve competing deadlines whilst always retaining a focus on profitability
• Innovative, resilient, and always looking for improvement in existing practices and processes
• Must be able to work 5 days from the offices based in Hampshire.

What's on Offer

• £40k - £45k salary
• 21 days holiday + Public holidays
• Generous staff discounts