Zachary Daniels Recruitment are delighted to be partnered with one of the UK's leading independent retailers in the recruitment of a Senior Merchandiser. Our client have a wonderful reputation. They have superb product and they have a real focus on their people and the customer. The important thing to not is that they are in a very strong position financially and they are looking to double in size over the next five years. This is the perfect time to be joining! Key Responsibilities: With the Senior Leadership review previous season and implement lessons learnt With the Senior Leadership create the strategy for the department Define the proposed grading for input into the assortment planning process Quarterly plan at Category/Season level with the Senior Leadership to submit a plan on the System that reflects the best possible mix of product to deliver the KPI's Formulate range plan for all channels in conjunction with the Senior Leadership quarterly Plan the Pre Scheduling to meet the range plan - In conjunction with Assistant Merchandisers Review weekly trading performance and achieved KPI's, identifying Issues and the course of action in preparation for the weekly trading meetings Propose and agree actions to recover risk and maximise opportunities with the Senior Leadership at category and line level. Monthly - Capture all agreed actions in the monthly forecast reviews Meet and gain approval: Incorporating Forecasting any sales variance to plan Creation of OTB's Management of commitments - On time delivery, rebuys cancellations Markdown proposals Manage the range plan in Season reflecting any changes Establish collaborative working relationships across functions including; Marketing, Finance, DC and StoresThis is a unique opportunity for someone to join a wonderful business and be a key component in their planned future success. BBBH32392