About this role
Assistant Merchandiser
Hereford, England, United Kingdom
Type: Fixed Term Contract 3 months
Working Pattern: Full time, Hybrid (3 days a week onsite)
The Opportunity
We are looking for an Assistant Merchandiser to support our Commercial team. If you are passionate about providing insight through analysis to deliver financial KPI's, manage intake and stock levels to optimize return on investment, and support the range planning process, this is an opportunity to make a significant impact.
Who Are we?
MandM is one of the biggest employers in Herefordshire and one of Europe’s leading online, off-price retailers, selling branded Fashion, Sport & Outdoor products for Men, Women and Children.
We offer our customers fantastic value by partnering with companies who we have built long term relationships with, enabling us to offer our customers big household names and up-and-coming brands, giving fantastic value all year round.
We are located in the heart of Hereford City Centre in our brand new, state of the art office. The modern, stylish workspace was designed to encourage collaborative working, teamwork and creativity - everything that MandM is all about.
As our business continues to grow we are recruiting for a talented Assistant Merchandiser to join our growing team.
Why not come be a part of our journey to success and take advantage of all MandM can offer you!
More than a role
Competitive Salary: Your talent deserves recognition
Giving Back: 2 days paid volunteering to support a cause you care about
Career Growth: Opportunity to grow
Staff Discounts: Stay stylish with our exclusive discounts.
Company Pension: Secure your financial future.
Generous Holiday Allowance: Enjoy 5 weeks of well-deserved breaks. You even have the option to buy an extra week
Birthday Delight: Take your special day off to celebrate YOU
Free Parking
Health & Wellbeing programme; we’ll look after you
The Role Scope
Your role will be to provide insight through analysis to support the Commercial team to deliver financial KPI's, to manage intake and stock levels to optimize return on investment and to support the range planning process
Role key responsibilities:
Planning & Analysis
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Assist in the creation of seasonal budgets and buy plans.
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Provide analysis of historical data, customer insights, and retail data to create range plans by brand/category for the season.
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Support the product team to deliver agreed KPI's through the production of trading reports to identify gaps and opportunities.
Stock & Intake Management
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Manage the flow of intake to optimise stock turn.
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Monitor divisional open-to-buy in line with the agreed budget. Liaise with suppliers and colleagues in Buying and Operations.
Trading & Performance
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Work with the trading team to launch product on time and track against forecasted performance.
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Identify slow moving products and suggest actions to improve performance.
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Conduct ad-hoc data reporting and analysis to meet business needs.
About You
What we’re looking for
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Previous Merchandising experience in a fast paced retail business.
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An understanding of Online trading, ideally gained in an online or multi-channel business.
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Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
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Excellent communication skills. High level of attention to detail.
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Self motivated with an ability to work to deadlines and under pressure.
Why Join MandM?
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Play a key role in an exciting, fast-paced retail merchandising environment.
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Contribute directly to range planning and optimize intake flow across renowned clothing and footwear categories.
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Collaborate with trading, buying, and operations teams to launch products on time and track performance
About Us
Our Values
At MandM, our employees are driven by a shared commitment to excellence and making a real impact in the industry. We pride ourselves on upholding these core values in everything we do.
The people
Integrity
Teamwork
Accountability
Entrepreneurial approach