Merchandiser

We have a role for a Merchandiser to join our FMCG team. In this role, you will be working alongside the Buyer with the day-to-day running of a busy department. The role is full time, office based at our Support Centre in Speke, Liverpool L24.,

• Working to tight restrictions ensuring stock is maintained throughout the year at the correct levels
• Assisting with the creation of weekly stock orders, managing orders into the business efficiently
• Driving performance for key trading periods i.e. new product range launches, seasonal peaks etc.
• Analysing data & current trends to make the right decisions, identifying "gaps" in current market
• Cultivating close working relationships with key suppliers to maximise sales/profit throughout the range
• Maintain and update WSSI's & Line cards on a daily basis
• Working to calendars, which involves forecasting crucial lines for long periods
• Proficient in the use of Excel to manipulate reports into the desired information
  
  An experienced Merchandiser or a Junior Merchandiser eager to step up
• Results orientated with a track record of achieving targets & delivering growth.
• Strong negotiation, communication, interpersonal and influencing skills.
• Able to build and maintain effective relationships with key stakeholders and suppliers.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills, methodical with numbers.
• Able to utilise data to fully understand customer behaviour and habits.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office, in particular Excel.