Junior Merchandiser 12 Mo Ftc

At Dreams, we know your bed is the best place in the whole world. But for the hours between precious sleep, we`d like to make work a special place to be too. We`re the UK`s most loved bed retailer, so it`s important our people feel the love as well. There`s over 250 of us at our affectionally named `Bedquarters` in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, where every dreamer makes a difference.
We`re super passionate about our people-first culture, which means we like to keep things simple and celebrate every success, big or small! From a payday treats trolley to charity fundraisers and all-staff lunches, we know we do it best when we do it together.
And together we`ve been making bedtimes better since 1985, with no signs of hitting the snooze button. We`re owned by the world`s largest bedding provider, Tempur Sealy, and have our very own Bed Factory right here in the UK. You`ll even get a guided tour when you join - that`s part of our mission to get you fully bed-ucated during your induction.
With 208 stores nationwide, 6 central warehouses and 12 delivery centres, we sell 14,000 mattresses, bases and headboards every single week. Now that`s a lot of Zzzs.
So if you`re bonkers about bed, silly for siestas and keen on your kip, we think Dreams could be the perfect place for you.
Dreams. Love your job.
We`re looking for a new Junior Merchandiser to join our commercial team based in Loudwater, Buckinghamshire on a 12 MOnth fixed term contract. In this role, you will own your own small category and oversee the entire merchandising process for that category, from market analysis to product selection, stock management and launch. This is a step up from Assistant Merchandiser to help development to the full Merchandiser role.
Alongside taking accountability for a category you will support the wider merchandising and commercial team by analysing sales trends, managing stock levels, and helping build our amazing product ranges.
Ready to skip the snooze button and get stuck in? Here`s a taste of what you`ll be doing day-to-day...
-Full trading accountability for a small department with the support from Merchandiser/Head of Merchandising as appropriate
-Alongside the buyers, manage the category and deliver against all budgeted targets on sales/margin/stock.
-Provide weekly summary of key performance indicators for the category relating to sales, stock, profit, and promotional analysis. Provide insights findings to shape future strategy.
-Maintain and update all future forecasts and intake plans.
-Setup new lines as required in the system.
-Work with the team to control inventory levels within budgeted levels. Ensure appropriate levels of stock are allocated to stores/DSCs.
-Manage intake into business to hit monthly forecasts, drive sales and minimise risks.
-Ensure product availability to reduce customer lead times as far as possible.
-Main point of contact for central warehouses to go to for intake management.
-Communicate forecasts and plans clearly with suppliers and be a key contact for those suppliers.
-Key contact for stores on inventory/pricing/promotional queries.
-Provide analysis and summary of promotional activity and advise how plans should be adapted going forward.
-Conduct ad-hoc analysis of range performance when required.
-Responsible for ensuring that retail prices are maintained accurately on the system and in line with promotional calendar and SOX requirements.
-Work with the buying teams to on future ranges launches and ensure all critical path tasks are completed.
-Line manager for merchandise assistant, where relevant. Ensure tasks are completed and encourage development.
This is the type of person we`re dreaming of:
-Proven Merchandiser experience gained in a fast-paced environment.
-Ability and confidence to build relationships across all levels of the business and ability to demonstrate effective influencing skills.
-Excellent IT skills including Microsoft Office suite.
-Proven experience in financial modelling / ability to analyse data efficiently and effectively.
-Ability to use data to adapt commercial plans and exploit opportunities to and/or mitigate risk.
-KPI / results driven.
-Commercially focused / high attention to detail
In your dream role, you`ll also receive:
- Bonus: Our discretionary annual bonus scheme recognises the hard work and dedication of our superstar dreamers.
- Discounts: Amazing staff discount on Dreams products, plus hundreds of brands including restaurants, holidays, and shopping.
- Buy-in schemes: You`ll have the opportunity to buy extra holiday, private healthcare, or savings and loans.
- Parking: We know it goes without saying, but our free onsite parking gives you peace of mind when you travel.
- Wellbeing: We partner with the Retail Trust to offer a 24-hour helpline with a variety of support services, as well as hosting an on-site gym and out of hours GP service.
- Hybrid working: Whether you`re an early bird or night owl, we trust you to work your hours responsibly to suit you!