Assistant Analyst/Merchandiser Supply Chain · Altrincham ·

Monkhouse; Altrincham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000

Job description

Monkhouse Schoolwear Specialists was established in 1938 and is one of the country’s largest multi-channel retailers of school uniform. It works together with its sister brand SWI, which provides a high service online only proposition to schools.

What role does a Supply Chain Analyst play in the business?

This role forms a pivotal part of our Buying & Merchandising team who are overall responsible for guaranteeing the accuracy of data, to ensure that we have the right stock in the right place at the right time. They go the extra mile to deliver outstanding customer service to all key stakeholders both internally and externally, contributing to our purpose of giving every child the chance to shine.

What does the role entail?

In this role you will be assisting and reporting to the Analyst/Merchandiser and responsible for consolidating the stock requirements for schools, and product availability to assist the Analyst/Merchandiser with their forecasting. You will be responsible for day to day management of stock, ensuring regular min/max replenishment reviews are carried out. You will be comfortable pulling data together for the Analyst/Merchandiser to assist with their forecasting requirements. You will maintain accurate data on the system and liaise with internal DCs, suppliers and store colleagues whilst prioritising your workload to keep any daily phone and email queries within a timely SLA.

More specifically:

• Analyse sales figures, customer demand and trends to anticipate product needs and plan stock.
• Monitor stock movement and consider markdowns, promotions, price changes, clear outs etc.
• Oversee store range plans and maintain stock availability.

What personal attributes are required?

• A keen eye for detail (experience of stock management/order processing/merchandising in the retail or school wear sectors is essential).
• Naturally inquisitive with a logical and methodical approach to problem solving.
• Knowledgeable in data extraction and intermediate understanding of Excel (and Power BI is desirable).
• Effectively using data and school specific insight to ‘tell a story’.
• Able to prioritise workload to fulfil various commitments simultaneously.
• A positive, team focused and encouraging individual who takes pride in playing their part in the success of the business.

What skills are needed?

• Confident in identifying and maintaining optimum stock levels, to ensure the correct replenishment across stores and online.
• Proficient in pulling data.
• Good knowledge of all Microsoft Office applications.
• Intermediate Excel skills including formulas, lookups, and pivots.

Professional expertise

• Able to spot and mitigate against potential issues, shortages and setbacks.
• Experience in stock management.
• Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritise own workload.

Social Environmental Responsibility (SER)

We take our sustainability responsibility extremely seriously, and it is only with the full cooperation of each and every one of us, that will ensure we deliver on our sustainability objectives.

Below are 5 things we want you to build into your day-to-day responsibilities:

1. Switch off lights when the space is not being used.
2. Switch off computers at the end of every day.
3. If possible, avoid using one-use plastic water bottles.
4. Only fill up the kettle for the number of cups of hot drinks you are making.
5. Dispose of waste responsibly by using our recycling processes.

Some of the benefits you can look forward to include:

• Company induction and training.
• Gaining retail management skills.
• Celebration leave.

Monkhouse is committed to supporting, developing and promoting equality of opportunity and diversity in all our business activity. We value different perspectives and believe that diversity makes us stronger. We aim to provide an inclusive culture, free from discrimination and based on the values of dignity, courtesy and respect. We believe that everyone has the right to be treated in accordance with these values. Monkhouse is part of Banner Ltd which is B-Corp certified, and these values are an essential element of our culture. If there is anything we can do to accommodate you to participate fully in the recruitment or interview process, please let us know.

This job description is a tool to help both the Company and the individual understand the main responsibilities of the role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive or complete list of all possible tasks. Everyone is expected to be flexible in their approach and to take on tasks as reasonably requested. The Company reserves the right to change the tasks and responsibilities of the role according to business need.

Please submit your application as directed on this website. If you have any questions or would like to discuss the role before applying please contact us at [e-mail].

By submitting your application you agree to the retention of all information submitted through your application including contact details, CV, covering letter and interview notes for a maximum of one year from the date of your application.

Candidates submitted by agencies without express agreement will be regarded as not being represented by that agency and Monkhouse Limited, Banner Limited nor any linked or subsidiary will be liable for any fees associated with future employment of that candidate.