Merchandiser Trading

THE ALLSAINTS TEAM

At AllSaints we are in the business of feelings - making our customers feel cool and confident. If, like us, you believe in the power of a great outfit, we'd love to talk to you.

We're a global brand made up of a very diverse mix of talented people in a huge variety of roles. Our products are designed in house and made by a small number of suppliers and artisans around the world to sustainable standards.

We are a brand embarking on a very exciting plan and we are seeking new members of the team who want to contribute to this.

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?

• Create a top line quarterly/ seasonal strategy relating to all KPI’s working collaboratively with the Planning, Trading and sales teams
• Provide historical analysis to develop quarterly / seasonal planning forecasts for given department/channel responsibility
• Ownership of regional WSSI, forecasting and planning
• 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
• Lead weekly trading reviews of sales, margin and stock against channel/region KPIs. Prepare analysis and reporting to support trading decisions
• Relay and articulate trading actions, information and analysis to key stakeholders within the business Key stakeholders include but not limited to the planning, retail, wholesale sales, digital concessions and e-comm teams
• Work closely with the ecommerce team to influence and drive trade on regional websites. Weekly reviews of on site performance with recommendations to content, experience and VM teams
• Closely monitor intake flow into the business to hit monthly forecasts, drive sales and minimise risks and communicate to the distribution centre for short term work flow planning and longer term budgeting
• 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
• Leading and developing a team of junior merchandisers, assistant merchandisers and MA’s
• Develop current systems and processes that are in place and be instrumental in implementing best practices for efficiencies

WHAT SKILLS DO I NEED?

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

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. Approximately a 10 minute walk from Liverpool Street Station and a 5 minute walk from Shoreditch High Street.

WHAT WE STAND FOR

The Customer is the Boss We work as one proud team to get the best for our customers

One Team We are joined up and encourage others to share their ideas

We Do What We Say We Will We know our goals, and we work with clear outcomes in mind

We Are Responsible We are self aware, understand the impact we have on others and are positive about the future