Range Analyst South Shields, England
Job description
Company Description:
J. Barbour & Sons Ltd founded in 1894 is a British lifestyle brand, home to the iconic wax jacket we design, manufacture and market stylish functional clothing and footwear for men, women and children inspired by the unique values of the British countryside. We are the proud holder of Royal warrants and remain true to our core values as a fifth-generation family business. Barbour is sold in over 40 countries worldwide, including Europe, the US and Japan but we have our headquarters and roots firmly located in the North East of England.
Position Overview:
We have an exciting opportunity for a Range Analyst to join the Range, Forecasting & Stock planning team. This role will play a key role in identifying the optimum range size, coordinating sample requirements and agreeing seasonal pricelists.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Create & manage range size document and compare to targets
- Agree global sample requirements
- Liaise with Supply Chain to ensure correct sample quantities are manufactured
- Report sample quantity manufactured each season
- Identify potential carry forward items each season
- Ensure new product size range setup is correct in the ERP system
- Create & manage global range / price list
- Create global pricelists within the ERP system
- Undertake any other reasonable activity, as may be required by senior management
Skills and Experience:
- An interest in reporting and analysing information
- Good communication skills to build strong relationships internally and externally of the department
- Strong analytical skills
- Individuals must be able to demonstrate an attention to detail
- Strong organisational and time management skills
- Experience working in a related role
Essential Requirements:
- Excellent working knowledge of Excel, with experience of pivot tables and look ups is essential
- G.C.S.E in Maths & English
Benefits:
- Discretionary Company bonus scheme
- Staff discount
- Staff shop
- Healthcare cash plan
- 25 days holiday as standard increasing with length of service plus bank holidays
- Free onsite parking
- Subsidised canteen
- Access to training and development activities to support your career development
Note: In the event that a sufficient volume of suitable applications are received, the post may close prior to the specified closing date. Please apply as soon as possible if interested.
