Merchandiser

As part of Hunkemoller's exciting transformation, we are building our merchandising capability and recruiting Merchandisers across levels, with both permanent and fixed‑term opportunities available. Playing a key role in the acceleration of our strategic growth pillars, Merchandisers at Hunkemoller combine product strategy with full commercial ownership across sales, margin, inventory and WSSI.
As a Merchandiser, you will play a critical role in translating customer insight and brand strategy into robust product strategies, commercial plans, forward - looking forecasts and confident in season trading decisions, while leading and developing a high performing merchandising team. -
Develop and own the Departmental product and assortment strategy in close collaboration with Buying and Design -
Build balanced, customer relevant collections aligned to brand strategy, market insights and commercial objectives -
Define and own the Department's merchandise framework, including option plan, width and depth, pricing, colour and trend direction -
Accountable for the commercial planning of the Department, including annual, half ‑ year and quarterly plans -
Own and govern the WSSI, ensuring accurate forecasting, re ‑ forecasting and forward visibility of sales, stock, intake, markdown and profitability -
Present clear, detailed insights, risks and opportunities to the Leadership Team as required -
Plan and manage departmental stock levels across all customer touchpoints: Own Stores, Own E ‑ commerce and Concession partners -
Own OpentoBuy management and inseason trading, proactively identifying and acting on risks and opportunities to maximize sales and margin -
Lead markdown, promotional and exit strategies , including identifying , costing and presenting recommendations to Senior Management -
Drive actions to reduce terminal stock and improve stock health -
Own option, width and depth decisions, informed by historical performance, st...