Merchandising Expert

2 weeks ago


Leicester, Leicester, United Kingdom NEXT Full time

About the Role:

We are seeking a skilled Assistant Merchandiser to join our team at Next, working closely with our Buyers and Designers to develop trend-driven product ranges for our customers.

Your Key Responsibilities:

Formulate range structure proposals by analysing market trends, consumer preferences, and sales data to identify opportunities and develop assortment plans that align with brand positioning and target market.

Present visually engaging proposals to stakeholders, clearly articulating the rationale behind them and incorporating data and insights.

Appraise previous season performance, departmental metrics, and supplier performance to identify strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats, and propose strategies to address performance gaps and capitalise on opportunities.

Build relationships with suppliers by cultivating open communication and collaboration, establishing trust and transparency in negotiations and business dealings.

Plan and review capacity, production, and fabric reservations to ensure timely fabric reservations and production, and regularly review progress against production targets and adjust plans as needed.

Maintain accurate merchandise systems by updating data regularly, confirming supplier contracts, and ensuring correct sizing, forecasts, and inventory levels.

Guide trainees and manage tasks by providing clear direction and support, setting expectations and goals, delegating tasks effectively, and monitoring progress and providing coaching to help trainees develop skills and confidence.

Control spend by reviewing budgets regularly, monitoring spending, and identifying opportunities for cost savings, analysing spending patterns, and implementing strategies to optimise allocation of resources.

Monitor in-season performance by tracking sales performance, inventory levels, and markdowns throughout the season, identifying trends and patterns to make informed decisions and adjustments, and implementing strategies to maximise profitability and minimise risk.

About You:

We are looking for someone with strong communication skills, able to clearly articulate ideas, proposals, and strategies to stakeholders in both verbal and written communication, and foster open and transparent communication within the team.

You should have technical merchandising skills, utilising data analysis tools and techniques to interpret sales data, market trends, and performance metrics, and understand inventory management systems and merchandising software to maintain accurate records and make informed decisions.

We also require someone with a passion for product and trends, staying informed about the latest trends, developments, and innovations in the industry, and demonstrating enthusiasm and excitement for the products you're merchandising, inspiring others with your passion.

About Your Team:

You will be working in one of the largest and fastest-moving departments on textiles, managing cushions, throws, casual seating, and door stops, and will be required to travel to suppliers around the world.

Your role will be led by a Senior Merchandiser who has years of experience in managing and developing assistants of all levels.

About Your Benefits:

We offer a range of benefits, including a profit-related bonus, 25 days holiday and the opportunity to buy more, contributions into a pension scheme, life assurance, sharesave scheme, a fantastic restaurant, coffees shops and juice bar, on-site nursery, staff shop, free parking, company bus service, and a 25% staff discount on most Next products.


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