Location: Nottingham

Type: Permanent

Industry: Ladieswear

Job Ref: TGM1438

The Company:

We have an exciting opportunity for a Merchandiser / Demand Planner to join an established Ladieswear Supplier & Online Brand. This is an office based role, Monday to Friday 9am-5pm. We are looking for somebody with 3-5 years experience in a similar role with strong forecasting skills.

The Role:

• Working within the Merchandising team & supporting the MD.
• Work within forecasts and manage all stock levels accordingly.
• Accurate forecasting of stock within the range based on business trend analysis and research.
• Amending forecast estimates as and when required.
• Monitoring previous trends.
• Cover forward demand and calculations of stockholdings.
• Agree estimates for new launches of products with the customer.
• Attend regular launch meetings to ensure that all items are received in time.
• Place orders with the mills overseas in a timely manner to meet customer delivery requirements.
• Orders to be placed by either sea or air freight depending on delivery time scales.
• Management of the mills to ensure that all deliveries arrive at the specified time, being fully aware of any delays or stock shortages.
• Maximise opportunities through the effective management of inventory.
• Driving sales through improved availability, forecasting, reducing mark down and maximising profit.
• Liaise with customers as and when required.
• Other duties as required.

SKILLS REQUIRED:

• MUST have a minimum of 3 years experience in a similar role.
• Have strong forecasting skills.
• Experience analysing large amounts of data, WSSI & OTB.
• Be commercially aware.
• Strong numerical & analytical skills.
• Very organised with strong attention to detail.
• Be an advanced Excel user.