Merchandise Assistant

Hunkemöller•Deerfield, IL

About The Position

Hunkemöller is searching for a Passionate, Analytical, and Structured Merchandise Assistant to join their journey of being a much loved, social & inclusive brand. This role contributes to the company's success by performing various merchandising tasks and processes. The company is committed to sustainability through its 'Together Tomorrow' initiative, focusing on being better for the planet, people, and working together. Hunkemöller has over 900 stores in 15 countries and is growing, offering exceptional opportunities for those passionate about retail. The company values include fun, inclusivity, passion, sexiness, being in-touch, and inspiration, driving their actions and commitment to the well-being of people, planet, and communities. Hunkemöller is a certified TOP EMPLOYER in the Netherlands and Germany.

Requirements

At least 1 years’ retail &/or Merchandising experience within a fashion retailer preferable
Strong commercial acumen with excellent analytical and numerical skills
Knowledge in using Business analytical tool (SAP BW, MicroStrategy, Business Objectives)
Intermediate/Advanced Excel skills
Very good English language skills, both written and verbal
Self-confident, fun and passionate about retail and merchandising

Nice To Haves

Enjoys working collaboratively, as part of a team and building strong working relationships
Thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic and fun environment

Responsibilities

Supporting the Merchandiser in setting up Quarterly budgets
Setting up & running Weekly Trade Reports
Managing and analyzing product size ratios
Reviewing forward commitment, highlighting opportunities & risks to Merchandiser
Close cooperation with the suppliers in term of ordering, following up deliveries and negotiating shifts and delivery dates
Track the intakes and DC stocks
Cooperate with and support 3rd parties on their buys and extra demands
Reviewing commitment and best/worst sellers then highlighting risks and opportunities to the Merchandiser/buyer
Managing slow sellers and recommending any stock transfers out
Running & analyzing Performance of each buying quarter, review, compare & recommend changes to new buying quarter based upon set analysis
Understanding sales/profit plan and the implications of current trading
Identifying and costing markdown recommendations to review with the Merchandisers
Making country analysis
Run weekly Monday Trading reports to support/aid departmental preparation for Monday Trade Meeting
Recommending clearance strategies to reduce the level of old stock