THE ROLE

We're on a journey, taking the best people with us and so are looking for an experienced Merchandiser to join our new and improved Activewear team here at boohooMAN! Feel the buzz and excitement working with the brains behind one of the fastest growing international retailers. Responsible for making sure the product sells the best, most profitably, our Merchandising team are the self-proclaimed pioneers of the test and repeat model. Liaising closely with other departments such as buying, working as a Merchandiser gives you opportunity to have a direct impact for one of the fastest growing international retailers! Show us who you are, join the team now!

YOUR TEAM

We’re boohooMAN. Our menswear collections and ground-breaking campaigns have taken the market by storm. We want to be the world’s number one streetwear brand, and our affordable and accessible looks have allowed us to push boundaries and bring the latest styles to life. We focus on our customer’s style and confidence, setting trends and offering choice.

In Merchandising, we have over 30,000 styles on-site at any time, so we’re a team with big responsibilities and an even bigger reputation. We live and breathe data, trends and fashion so we can be the global market leader, always first to market. We’re self-proclaimed pioneers of the test and repeat model, so it’s all about having the right stock, in the right place, at the right time.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

As a Merchandiser, you will be supporting the Head of Merchandising to ensure that the buying function is effectively controlled within the agreed business strategy, and that all necessary frameworks, controls and skill sets are in situ to enable the necessary degree of both long term planning and in season trading to maximise business performance.

• Using data to optimise the sales volume and profitability of all designated product areas
• Supporting planning of budgets by category, option count, and depth of buy based on the overall business and financial goals of the company
• Controls stock levels based on weekly sales and stock intakes (WSSI)
• Reviews sales forecasts based on performance, and actions re forecasts
• Analyses and monitors best and worst sellers and makes informed recommendations for action
• Recommends promotions and re buys as necessary
• Monitors and maintains buying margin and gross profit margins as requested
• Ensures that best sellers reach their full potential
• Supplies the Merchandiser and buying team with necessary data to enable informed decisions and planning.
• Deputising for the Merchandiser when appropriate
• Proposing weekly pricing amends and potential margin impact
• Running reports from data systems for Monday Trade & presenting back key findings and actions to Merchandiser and Buyer
• Supporting with day to day management of the MAA role to ensure their workload is prioritised correctly with the current needs of the business

WORKING WITH US

To succeed here, you have to love working at pace. It’s relentless, but we love it. Change is a certainty – you need to adapt and be agile. We want you to challenge the status quo, innovate and be open to trying new things. We’re always pushing boundaries. We empower our people, giving them freedom and autonomy to learn and grow in their roles. We’re passionate, agile, creative and one team.

MORE ABOUT YOU

• Previous experience working at Junior Merchandiser or Merchandiser level.
• Ideally experience working in an activewear brand- this is preferrable but not essential.
• Strong computer literacy skills – especially in Excel
• A solid understanding of WSSI
• Analytical skills – confident in working with and extract insight from data
• Strong decision making, time management skills and able to prioritise workload
• The ability to excel in a fast-paced environment, prioritise effectively and keep up with the growing pace of the business
• Good commercial knowledge – specifically on wider marketplace and broader business
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail when managing booking dates and ensuring that intake and category targets are adhered to.

WHY JOIN US

We’ve set our sights on dominating the global e-commerce fashion market, and because we are a collective of brands, there are plenty of opportunities to grow your career. Our mission is to create a workplace where everyone is respected, their individual differences are valued, and they can be themselves at work without exception.

Dependent upon level and eligibility, our benefits include:

Bonus, Pension, Share Schemes, Private Medical, Life Assurance

• 40% discount across 4 brands, 20% discount on Debenhams
• You’ll get the opportunity to take part in our various share schemes- where your impact on the business will also impact you!
• Benefits that support your health and wellbeing
• Some of our offices are dog friendly!
• Learning and development 

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