Merchandiser Trading

ALLSAINTS; London; Hybrid; GBP 10,000 - 40,000

Job description

THE ROLE

The merchandiser - trading will develop, execute and communicate financial plans and strategies to maximise sales and profits for each season/year. Reporting into the head of merchandising, you will also support overall objectives of the global business for AllSaints.

The goal of the merchandising function is to drive the business (revenue, EBITDA) through strategic seasonal merchandise planning, controlled inventory management, and insightful commercial analysis.

WHAT WILL I BE DOING?

1. Create a top line quarterly/seasonal strategy relating to all KPI's working collaboratively with the Planning, Trading, and sales teams.
2. Provide historical analysis to develop quarterly/seasonal planning forecasts for given department/channel responsibility.
3. Ownership of regional WSSI, forecasting, and planning.
4. Identify risk and opportunity within the market of responsibility, taking action to drive sales and minimise risk in all channels within the region: Digital, digital concessions, wholesale, full price retail, outlets & third Party.
5. Lead weekly trading reviews of sales, margin, and stock against channel/region KPIs, preparing analysis and reporting to support trading decisions.
6. Relay and articulate trading actions, information, and analysis to key stakeholders within the business, including but not limited to the planning, retail, wholesale sales, digital concessions, and e-comm teams.
7. Work closely with the ecommerce team to influence and drive trade on regional websites, conducting weekly reviews of on-site performance with recommendations to content, experience, and VM teams.
8. Closely monitor intake flow into the business to hit monthly forecasts, drive sales, minimise risks, and communicate to the distribution centre for short-term workflow planning and longer-term budgeting.
9. Own global stock by driving in-season sales through utilisation of ATS and identifying opportunities to reduce stock holding across all channels within the region.
10. Lead and develop a team of junior merchandisers, assistant merchandisers, and MAs.
11. Develop current systems and processes and be instrumental in implementing best practices for efficiencies.

ABOUT THE LOCATION

Based in our East London Studios in vibrant Shoreditch with perks and benefits offered from local businesses including discounts on food, shopping, and health & beauty. Studio Location is approximately a 10-minute walk from Liverpool Street Station and a 5-minute walk from Shoreditch High Street.

#WeAreAllSaints

Our aim is to develop truly diverse teams and create an environment where everyone feels respected, valued, and able to give of their best whilst contributing to the success of our brand.

We recognise the importance and strength of diversity and commit to providing equal opportunities to everyone in our employment and recruitment processes. We safeguard against any form of discrimination irrespective of gender, gender reassignment, marital status, race, ethnic origin, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, religion, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, or age.

Even if you feel you don't tick all the boxes, we'd still very much like to hear from you. We want you to know that finding people who have a passion for our brand and are open to learning is incredibly important to us.

If you need any support or adjustments during your application, please get in touch with us and we are happy to help.

#LI-Hybrid

WHAT SKILLS DO I NEED?

1. Previous experience in retail merchandising or planning and wholesale is essential.
2. Excellent analytical/retail maths skills and advanced Excel skills required. Strong knowledge of wholesale systems beneficial.
3. Proven track record of working cross-functionally with multiple departments.
4. An energetic, can-do, and positive attitude.
5. Able to manage own priorities, set own work objectives, and proactively identify business issues and develop creative solutions.
6. Flexible and adaptive to changing priorities.
7. Able to communicate at all levels within the brand in a professional way.
8. Strong organisational skills with attention to detail and the ability to handle multiple demands with efficiency.
9. Confidence in suggesting calculated risks.
10. Passionate about the industry that we work in.
11. A team player.