We are looking for a Junior Merchandiser to join us on our Ready to Wear department.
The Merchandising team forecasts sales, allocates stock and develops our in-store and online promotions, as a Junior Merchandiser you will collaborate with our Buying team to trade the range commercially to maximise profit and minimise markdown. Working at pace with a strong bias towards action and delivery is key in this role; as our Junior Merchandiser you will focus on ensuring the right mix of commercial and brand is delivered, reacting swiftly to ensure our Hobbs customer can find the best product mix in the right place, at the right time.
Reporting to our Merchandiser and working in tandem with the wider business (across Buying and Merchandising, Supply Chain and the DC) we will need you to think strategically and proactively manage and challenge the allocation, assortment and availability of product. Initiating weekly/seasonal analysis as well as reviewing and communicating actions to mitigate risks and identify opportunities will be second nature to you.
This is an all-encompassing role which will see you coach a Senior MAA, offering support in both their day-to-day and the development of their skills.