ROLE OVERVIEW:

Responsible to: Merchandiser

Department: Merchandising

Location: JD Group Head Office, Bury, Greater Manchester

Role Overview: To support the Merchandiser in achieving all channel departmental sales, markdown, stock, intake and profit plans.

KEY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

Stock (20%):

• Update supplier order books and ETA reports on the system.
• Reconcile supplier order books and communicate all anomalies.

Trade (80%):

• Book in new product as directed by the merchandiser.
• Liaise and be first point of contact with the warehouse around delivery issues and problem orders.
• Action store IBTs in conjunction with the Assistant Merchandiser
• Action fast track IBTs in conjunction with the Assistant Merchandiser.
• Collate and check price amendments.
• Cost and retail checks on orders booked into the warehouse in conjunction with the Assistant Merchandiser
• Average cost prices where required
• Collate and assist in building accurate ratio history.
• Action hit list and rack list as directed by the Merchandiser or Buyer.
• Chase free-stocks as directed by the buyer
• Develop awareness of product area through analysis of reports and store visits.
• Ad-hoc reports and analysis for the team as required.
• Establish collaborative working relationships within Teams across functions.
• To substitute for the Assistant Merchandiser in their absence.

BEHAVIOURAL:

• Delivering Excellence Working at a consistently high standard & with enthusiasm. you work to deliver a high quality service to meet personal and team expectations.
• Responsibility (Delivers results) Take ownership of your work and use your initiative to deliver. Take responsibility for your own actions & decisions
• Team Work You work with others to reach a common goal; sharing information, supporting colleagues and searching out expertise and solutions from relevant stakeholders.
• Leadership You lead by example through your behaviours and professional approach to work; inspiring your colleagues and driving for results.
• Communication You communicate clearly and concisely, ensuring that the message is understood by all.

SKILLS/EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE NEEDED:

• Experience within a similar role is advantageous
• Experience within a sports/fashion retailer is advantageous
• Highly numerate and strong commercial focus