Assistant Merchandiser

Hunkemöller • Deerfield, IL

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

We’re searching for a passionate, highly analytical and structured Assistant Merchandiser – known at Hunkemöller as a Fashion Planner. Reporting to the Merchandiser and working as part of a team, you’ll play a key role in planning and developing a category strategy that drives market-leading sales performance and ultimately delivers profitable growth for Hunkemöller. Hunkemöller’s mission is to be a much loved, social and inclusive brand - powered by our people. We have over 900 stores in 15 countries and we are growing. Our plans to expand both in Europe and beyond provide exceptional opportunities for those with a passion for retail. Indeed, passion is one our six values: fun, inclusive, passionate, sexy, in-touch and inspiring. These values drive all we do and together with our growing commitment to the well-being of people, planet and communities, we are building a brand aligned to the demands of our global customers and those that work with us. Our USPs are many however, at the heart of what makes us special is a commitment to World-Class service, whatever the channel and wherever the store. This commitment extends to how we work with each other and creating a World-Class working environment. Hunkemöller is certified TOP EMPLOYER of the Netherlands (for the third time in a row) & Germany 2020, which underlines our people initiatives and achievements.

Requirements

• Has at least 3-years’ proven merchandising experience within a fashion retailer
• Has a strong commercial acumen with excellent analytical and numerical skills
• Enjoys working collaboratively, as part of a team and building strong working relationships
• Has knowledge in SAP (BW), advanced Excel skills and very good English language skills, both written and verbal
• Is self-confident, fun and passionate about retail and merchandising
• Thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic and fun environment

Responsibilities

• Setting up budgets for each quarter with the Merchandiser
• Recommending width and depth of options planned for each quarter in line with demand
• Managing and analysing product size ratios
• Building and managing the WSSI with the Merchandiser
• Liaising with the Merchandiser to ensure appropriate levels of stock within season
• Managing slow sellers and recommending any stock transfers out
• Providing the buying team with a clear merchandise framework and plan so they can build and select the product assortment
• Understanding sales/profit plan and the implications of current trading
• Reviewing commitment and best/worst sellers then highlighting risks and opportunities to the Merchandisers
• Identifying and costing markdown recommendations to review with the Merchandisers
• Carrying out Monday performance reports to support the Merchandisers with current trade for Monday meetings
• Recommending clearance strategies to reduce the level of old stock

Benefits

• 25 days of annual leave, with the option to buy or sell up to 4 additional days
• Hybrid work model, combining office and remote working
• Possibility to work from abroad for up to 2 weeks per year
• An international work environment, working with teams across different countries
• Travel allowance to support commuting costs
• Access to the Hunkemöller Academy for professional development
• 25% employee discount on all Hunkemöller products

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees