Merchandiser

Merchandiser - Hilversum Hunkemöller is searching for a Passionate, Highly Analytical and Commercial Merchandiser; to be part of our dynamic Merchandising function. The key objective of this role is to lead the team to deliver Sales, Stock, Markdown & Profit plans for your department. Your key responsibilities will be:

• Develop & plan in-conjunction with Buying & Design a Product strategy for your Department/Product Group
• Working with Buying & Design, build a balanced collection that is in line with our customer expectations & Brand Strategy
• Responsible for the Financial planning of your Department/Product Group
• Setting up Yearly, Half & Quarterly financial plans, in line with Budget & presenting these to Senior Management team.
• Responsible for the Option, Width and Depth Plan, taking into account historical performance & company strategy
• Ensuring that brought Size Ratios have taken into account differences across Countries, Product shapes & Market/Brand opportunities/Strategies
• Responsible for planning & managing departmental stock levels, across all customer touch points, Own Stores, Own Ecommerce & Concession partners
• Manage the OTB & In-season Trading, identifying risk & opportunities to minimize risk & maximize business sales & profitability
• Working alongside, Branch Merchandising ensuring the Allocation plan takes into account Commercial activities & departmental strategies
• Leading, coaching & managing direct report, ensuring overall team has clarity & direction on daily/weekly priorities
• Working with your team, L&D & other business resources identify & action key development areas for your team members
• Drive change within the business, proposing new ways of working/planning & seeing this through to implementation
• Work on Business related projects as required

The role will include the following merchandising processes:

• Wssi management – Planning & reforecasting, Weekly Sales, Stock, Intake, markdown & profitability
• Managing slow sellers and recommending remedial actions such as Promotions, Re-pricing or Markdown
• Providing the buying team with a Merchandise framework, Option plan, Average depth, Key Attribute targets i.e Colour, Price points &/or Fashionability level
• Understanding sales/profit plan and the implications of current trading
• Drive future performance by reviewing forward commitment based upon current performance take/recommend actions to maximize sales opportunities &/or minimize MD risk
• Identifying and costing markdown recommendations to present & review with the Senior Management team
• Run & analyze weekly Trading reports to inform trading decisions/actions, discussed during the Weekly Trading Meeting
• Analyzing, reviewing & advising on clearance strategies to reduce the level of Terminal Stock

Our ideal candidate for this planner role:

• Has at least 5 years’ proven merchandising experience within a fashion retailer
• Has a strong commercial acumen with excellent analytical and numerical skills
• Enjoys working collaboratively, as part of a team and building strong working relationships
• Has knowledge in using Business analytical tool (SAP BW, MicroStrategy, Business Objectives), Intermediate/Advanced Excel skills and very good English language skills, both written and verbal
• Is self-confident, fun, passionate about Retail and Merchandising
• Thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic & fun environment

Benefits at Hunkemöller:

• Hybrid work;
• International & inclusive environment with over 40 nationalities;
• Employee discount on Hunkemöller purchases;
• 25 vacation days;
• Ability to buy & sell vacation days;
• Access to our internal Hunkemöller Academy;
• Mobility allowance.

Hunkemöller strives to be a much loved, social & inclusive brand. A place where people love to work, are proud of the brand, and where we create true brand ambassadors. Working in a passionate, energetic, design-led and performance-driven environment where our key customer persona 'Shero' sits at the heart of everything we do. Hunkemöller is certified TOP EMPLOYER of the Netherlands 2024, which underlines our people initiatives and achievements. Together Tomorrow – Join a Retailer that's on the move to be better for our planet, better for people, better together! From diversity & inclusion, reducing waste, to product care and how we work with our suppliers, our Together Tomorrow initiative reflects what we do and helps drive change across our business. Ready to help us achieving our ambitious goals? Where ever you'll start working with us, if in Stores or our HQs, you can contribute! Apply now with your CV or LinkedIn profile only. For this role, we're not looking to work with external agencies. Nick Bailey Global Merchandising, Planning and Distribution Director "We now move to operational leadership for every part of the logistics model - from sourcing and shipping to a single inventory view with its many customer and business benefits." One-third of every Euro we spend is on product – and we always make sure that the money is well spent. Our merchandising skills have made us market leaders in mainland Europe and industry best practice supports our buying process – so we always deliver the products our customers need. With more than 3,500 styles a year in production and lead times of up to nine months, careful planning and detailed analysis are essential to get the right stock to the right place – and at the right price too. Get familiar with our application process: • 10 seconds Application Send your application! Our tip: no motivation letter required; we have something much better - see step 2! • Video Interview on-demand We hire for attitude, hence why we're looking forward getting to know you even better! • Live interview(s) Get invited to chat with us... • Offer Land your dream job with us! • Hired Welcome to Hunkemöller - You'll sign your digital contract and are ready to start. • Onboarding & Development Journey Start your career - kick off with our Onboarding & grow your talents. Your benefits if you join a TOP EMPLOYER: • Internal Learning Platform • Flexible Working Hours • Dynamic and Fast-Paced Environment • Restaurant on site with freshly-made food • Lifestyle Workshops • Collective Company Insurance Discount • Support in Travel Expenses • Community Events • Pension Support • Staff Discount • Performance Reviews • Hybrid Working Module & Home Office Allowance Proudly presenting our 2021 Fashion Show: