Senior Merchandising Manager

1 month ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom Fashion Jobs Full time

About the Role

The Senior Merchandising Manager will be responsible for managing the buying team and reporting into the Buying Manager. This role includes management and coaching of the team, creating and delivering a range in line with the Product Framework and concept. Managing the supply base to create amazing products that meet Boden quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

  1. Develop a clear understanding of the brand, customer, and competitors in all trading regions and ensure that all decisions made are customer-focused.
  2. Create a clear Product Framework, including attributes each season based on trade learnings, brand direction, customer insight, and new opportunities.
  3. Trade the department on a weekly basis, be quick to respond, identify opportunities, risks, and find solutions.
  4. Work closely with Designers, Technicians, and Merchandisers from the start of the development stage to ensure the designs align with the Product Framework and are placed with the right suppliers to meet quality and margin targets.
  5. Build and present a balanced, commercial range working closely with Design and Merchandising in line with the Framework and budgets.
  6. Build strong relationships with suppliers and lead supplier performance reviews.
  7. Continually assess the supply base, ensuring you're buying from the right source and COO to deliver best price, quality, reliability, flexibility, and lead times.
  8. Critical Path - Lead the department Critical Path to ensure deliveries are on time and delays are escalated to management with solutions. Ensure deadlines are met, taking appropriate action to avoid delivery delays.
  9. Support the team with understanding quality needs and standards.
  10. Ensure garments are always fitted on time and with fit and flatter in mind, helping to reduce returns.
  11. Management - Get the best out of your team by motivating, developing, and coaching, always keeping the brand values in mind.
  12. Hold weekly 121s and performance reviews, setting clear, measurable objectives and giving regular feedback.
  13. Recognise talent and manage underperformance.

About You

  • Relevant experience in a Fashion retailer at Buyer level.
  • Strong analytical skills.
  • Be creative and have a keen eye for detail.
  • Excel and Microsoft Office skills.

What We Offer

  • Flexible hybrid working.
  • Targeted annual bonus scheme.
  • Generous Boden clothing allowance and 30% discount on all current clothing ranges.
  • Holiday increase with years of service.
  • Portal with an array of discounts and cashback offers on retail and entertainment.
  • Group personal pension scheme and life insurance cover.
  • 24/7 Virtual GP service for you and your household.
  • Free onsite parking, teas & coffee stations, and subsidised café with free toast for breakfast.

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