Job Title

A key part of the buying and merchandising team you will assist with range planning, price and supplier strategy, stock control, and help deliver sales and profit.ResponsibilitiesResponsible for smaller suppliers & departments where relevantMaximise supplier/ category profit & salesRange Plan managementWork with suppliers to ensure all relevant information is completeProduct and Purchase Order ManagementManage samples, CADs & imagesInvoice queriesManage size guidesProduct queriesProduct presentation collationWork with suppliers & buyers to collate all informationLaunch Planners & CalendarsDeliver range presentationsSupport launchesSite checksSupport department by producing accurate and timely historical data and analysisMaintain system and reporting accuracy through regular housekeepingProduce weekly trade reports, providing performance insights, and make trade recommendations to drive sales and profitTrack intake and ensure all critical paths are accurate, keeping the team informed of any issuesManage all aspects of department allocation and replenishmentManage markdown and promotional pricing activityWork with suppliers to maintain critical path/delivery scheduleKnowledge & ExperienceSome Buying and Merchandising or retail experience beneficial but not essentialBuying and Merchandising qualifications preferred but not essentialKnowledge of sports product/industry is preferableStrong communication skills, the ability to build relationships and influenceAnalytical & numerical skills essentialAbility to problem solve, suggest better ways of working & contribute to projectsExcellent planning and organisational skills with a high level of attention to detailPassion, drive & determinationMicrosoft package knowledge including strong Excel experienceAttention to detailCommerciality constantly identifies opportunities to maximise business gainsProblem solving - ability to gather key information and identify root cause quickly, use creativity to propose solutionsInterpersonal skills positively interacts with others and can understand and relate to othersSelf-Management can manage own time, resources, and prioritise to achieve goals #J-18808-Ljbffr