Minimum of 4 years’ experience in a similar fast paced role - experience with buying or purchasing is essential
Experience managing or supervising more junior members of a team
Comfortable, confident and experienced in managing overseas suppliers, typically from the Far East region
Dynamic and eager to learn and develop within our company
Negotiation skills and comprehensive commercial awareness, with the ability to identify trends and consider the impact on stock levels
Excellent numerical and analytical skills - proficient in the use of Excel, as well as being confident on other Microsoft programs
Able to find and extract data and develop a full understanding and awareness of business systems
Ability to work proactively and re-actively in a fast-paced environment, and keep calm under pressure and when completing multiple tasks
Good communication and interpersonal skills, able to work in a team
Self-motivated, extremely organised with a good eye for detail
Have good knowledge of a WSSI tool and category planning
Be able to identify and propose improved working practices and updates to existing systems to assist in the development and training of the newer members of the Merchandising team
Responsibilities
Establish, build and maintain relationships with core suppliers and shareholders, ensuring a strong business relationship
Work with suppliers to negotiate the best cost prices, lead times and payment terms
Stock and sales analysis - Produce reports to show stock and sales performance, highlighting opportunities to drive sales
Manage pricing across categories to achieve a competitive position, without compromising profitability
Maximize the performance of your products by establishing a good understanding of your range, competitors and the wider retail market
Work with internal stakeholders to help maximize sales, profit and efficient stock management
Build relationships across all departments, communicating and collaborating with Managers and Directors
Constantly be on the look-out for improving and bringing in the best possible products, checking reviews as well as refund reports
Lead a team of six - providing guidance, advice, support and conducting additional managerial responsibilities
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