Merchandiser, Soho Home

The Role.. Reporting into the Merchandising Manager, the Merchandiser will own the delivery of sales, stock, intake and profitability targets across all channels. This role carries end-to-end responsibility for WSSI management, range planning and trading, and is expected to operate with a high degree of autonomy while guiding junior team members. The successful candidate will be an excellent communicator with strong Excel skills, a commercial mindset, and a genuine passion for retail. Key Responsibilities.. Sales & Trading Own the running and review of trading reports to identify best and worst sellers, and lead commercial recommendations to drive sales Own sales demand forecasting and performance tracking against targets, proactively flagging risks and opportunities and recommending mitigating actions Undertake regular studio visits to assess trade, and feedback insight to the wider team Analyse sales data, identify trends and make actionable recommendations to optimise range performance Supply & Supplier management Build and maintain supplier production forecasts, at fabric, material and product level with the objective of reducing supplier lead times Monitor fabric availability/levels across the supply base to ensure optimal production lead times and minimising fabric liability Develop strong supplier relationships through regular meetings and proactive communication. Range Building Build and own range building documents, option counts and sales and stock plans. Own range planning, ensuring the product range is commercially balanced, free from gaps or duplication, and aligned to brand strategy. Discontinuation and life cycle management Collaboration & Supplier Relations Work closely with the Buying and Product Development teams to ensure future product ranges are commercially strong and reflect market trends Build and maintain supplier production forecasts with the aim of reducing lead times Team & People Deputise for Merchandising Manager as required Manage and mentor junior team members, including Junior Merchandisers and Assistant Merchandisers Skills, Knowledge and Experience required.. Advanced in Microsoft Excel Strong analytical, organisational and planning skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to build effective working relationships internally and externally Commercially minded with an ability to identify trends and translate data into actionable recommendations Problem-solving ability: able to identify and resolve issues related to stock, sales, or other merchandising challenges Ability to work well under pressure and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Experience managing or mentoring junior team members is desirable Benefits… Soho House offers competitive compensation packages that feature global benefits and perks. Whether you’re seeking entry-level employment or a new opportunity to expand your profession, we offer training to develop the technical and managerial skills necessary to grow your career. Annual Every House Membership 50% off Food & Drink, 7 days a week Staff Room Rates Private Health and Dental Care Weekly Pay Life Assurance Up to 50% Staff Discount on Cowshed & Soho Home In Office Dog Policy on Fridays Season Ticket Loan Christmas Office Closure In conjunction with Soho Impact, take 2 days paid a year to support a charity of your choice. Free Counselling Sessions Cookhouse & House Tonic: Our Cookhouse & House Tonic programmes offer unique food and drink trainings, events and opportunities to inspire and educate. Continuous training to develop yourself personally and professionally Exclusive access to our benefits platform with hundreds of discounts on shopping, gym memberships, holidays, insurance and much more Team Events: From fitness sessions to cinema screenings and art classes, each month we hold a series of fun events which you can sign up to.