Role Title: Assistant Merchandiser – Childrenswear
About us:
At Debenhams, the passion and ambition of our people has been shaping who we are for more than 200 years.
We are a leading multichannel global retailer with over 29,000 employees across 247 stores in 29 countries. With a unique range offering of own brand, Designer at Debenhams and international brands across fashion and home we offer choice, value and style to customers when and how they choose to shop.
We are constantly expanding in the UK, internationally and online and need the best talent to help us achieve our goals.
Everyone is someone at Debenhams, who will you be?
Division:
We are currently recruiting an exciting new opportunity for an Assistant Merchandiser within our Childrenswear Division.
Job Role:
As an Assistant Merchandiser your key responsibilities will be to support the Merchandiser in the smooth running of the department as well as maximising sales opportunity and profit potential whilst minimising markdown spend.
You will also have responsibility for daily figure analysis, future sales and range planning, as well as communicating closely with suppliers in line with the critical path.
Candidate requirements:
You should be a Distributor/Allocator ready for your first role in Merchandising or an established Assistant Merchandiser looking for a new challenge. Previous Childrenswear experience is ideal however not essential.
Above all you will need a proactive approach to problem solving, be highly analytical, possess sound commercial acumen and a genuine interest in the retail market.
Strong interpersonal skills, flexibility and enthusiasm are also essential to succeed in this role, as is the ability to work to strict deadlines.
If you possess the above skills and have Assistant Merchandiser experience from a Retail Head Office environment then please apply ASAP to be considered!
Benefits: