Senior Merchandiser

ME+EM Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000

Job description

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Location: Head Office, White City Place, West London

Contract Type: Maternity Cover 12 month contract / Full time, 37.5 hours per week

About Us:

ME+EM is one of the UK’s fastest-growing luxury fashion brands. As a direct-to-consumer business we operate in a truly omnichannel way, with an extremely successful online store, monthly mailings and stores in London, Edinburgh and concessions in Harrods and Selfridges. Our exciting growth continues in spring 2024 with the opening of our first US stores.

At ME+EM we are an entrepreneurial, creative, and passionate group of people. We work hard, are enthusiastic to learn and are not afraid to take risks. Everyone contributes to our success at all levels, and that precisely what makes being a member of the team so rewarding.

Our office and stores are always busy and fast paced, but we work just as hard to make sure it’s fun, with social activities and biannual parties. We pride ourselves on being approachable, supportive, and welcoming and ensure that everyone’s hard work is rewarded. It takes all these things to build a strong, successful business and our door is always open to new talent ready to contribute to our growth and evolution.

About the Role:

ME+EM is looking for a Senior Store Merchandiser to plan and trade a multi-product offer by developing effective merchandise and range plans to shape the strategy of ME+EM stores + concessions, trade in season to maximise performance and capitalise on opportunities. Utilise regional nuances to plan and trade within differing markets across different channels. Work cross functionally to deliver financial KPIs in line with company strategy across an omni-channel portfolio. Develop and implement Option Planning for all stores globally, creating a robust Grading and Clustering framework. Utilise seasonal planning sales and space to align with Product Planning and company strategy. Using this framework, constantly measure the performance of stores within their Grade / Cluster and reappointing where required. Be responsible for the Stock Flow in and out of stores in line with Store Capacities - both front and back of house. Lead your team in the production of clear relevant and regular weekly and seasonal reporting to all stakeholders. Be a positive and motivating team leader who develops and manages a close-knit team.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute effective merchandise and range plans to drive sales and profitability.
• Utilize regional insights to tailor planning and trading strategies across different markets.
• Lead option planning, store grading, and clustering to ensure the right product mix and stock flow.
• Work cross-functionally with Buying, VM, Retail, and Logistics to optimize in-season trading and financial performance.
• Monitor and adjust markdown strategies, stock forecasts, and allocations to maximize sell-through and minimize risk.
• Provide clear, data-driven reporting on trade performance and market trends to inform future planning.
• Act as the link between Head Office and Retail, ensuring stores are supported with commercial insights and strategies.
• Keep ahead of competitor performance and market trends, identifying risks and opportunities.
• Lead and develop a high-performing team, fostering a goal-oriented and commercial mindset.

Skills:

• Strong merchandising experience within a multi-product retail environment.
• Proven ability to analyze data, identify trends, and make strategic recommendations.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Commercial mindset with a hands-on, proactive approach.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Employee Benefits:

• 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
• A day off to celebrate your birthday.
• Pension Scheme
• Group Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Length of Service Award
• Refer a Friend Scheme
• Generous Staff and Friends and Family Discount
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• EyeCare Vouchers
• Real Living Wage Employer
• Employee led committees
• Social events and biannual parties
• Enhanced maternity and paternity package after 2 years of service.

ME+EM is an equal opportunities employer committed to fostering and preserving a culture of diversity, equality, and inclusion in our workforce. As an equal opportunities’ employer, we do not discriminate against applicants based on race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We believe that diversity enriches our workforce and strengthens our organisation. Therefore, we encourage minorities, LGBTQ+ candidates, and individuals with disabilities to apply for opportunities within our company.

Please note, due to the large number of applications we receive, we can only reply to those that are successful to the next stage.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Distribution, Analyst, and Strategy/Planning
• Industries: Retail Apparel and Fashion