Junior Retail Merchandiser Europe

MissionWithin the European retail network, the Junior Merchandiser provide support in ensuring the stores' product assortment according to the budget and the analysis performed.Main ResponsibilitiesSupport the creation of feedback to HQ on products, customer behaviour, competitors, business opportunitiesPrepare and analyse necessary data for buying sessionsSupport the validation of proposed assortment and define quantitiesParticipation in the sales plan definition process by category Provide weekly and monthly reports and other relevant analysisNourish competency on business and markets by regular presence in stores 20% of the timeWork in cooperation with training department to develop category-specific trainings Monitor stock level and actively work with Supply Chain Department to maximize launch impact & Sell ThroughWork closely with the Retail team and all stores to maximize their daily sales, providing targets and product focusCollaborate with GMs to drive awareness and develop support toolsProfile1 / 2 years’ experience as Retail Merchandiser in a luxury fashion environmentBachelor Degree or Master Degree in Business Administration, Management Engineering, or in related fieldKnowledge of the main market players and strong sense of fashionAbility to understand current market trends and buying strategiesExcellent attention to detail and can-do approachAdaptability and flexibility to overcome challenges being willing to take on different tasks and responsibilities reacting proactively to different business needsStrong relational skills and attitude in team workingAbility to both communicate and negotiate effectivelyStrong competences in quantitative and qualitative analysis of sales performanceStrong knowledge of Microsoft Office (PowerPoint and Excel); BO, BI experience preferredFluent in English, both spoken and written. Knowledge of additional languages is a plus