Job Description

Key Responsibilities:
Stock Pipeline Ownership:

• Assist in managing replenishment orders, including monitoring months of cover, forecasting, and ensuring accuracy.
• Support the introduction of new items, providing order instructions, and maintaining standardized templates.
• Assist in placing orders on the system and coordinating with relevant stakeholders.
• Notify Key Account Managers (KAMs) of new arrivals and facilitate product distribution.

KAM Function Assistance:

• Prepare for customer meetings with presentation decks which are numbers and product focussed.
• Ensure monthly meetings are scheduled and attended by the key customers, the KAMs and themselves.

China Interaction:

• Participate in weekly update meetings with China.
• Assist in tracking deliveries, providing updates on shipping schedules, and notifying the team of any delays.
• Help in managing QC inspection reports and updating China warehouse stock information.
• Coordinate sample follow-up and handle courier/airfreight arrangements.
• Possibility of international travel for sourcing.

Reporting Support:

• Assist in generating monthly reports on sales, gross profit (GP), stock position, customer performance, and year-to-date (YTD) position.
• Learn how to interpret reports and find solutions to drive growth.

System Accuracy:

• Ensure accuracy across various systems, including wholesale prices, recommended retail prices (RRPs), images, forecasts, and specifications.

New Item Procedures:

• Support the listing of new items, including barcode assignment and adherence to naming standards.

Catalogue Ownership:

• Support in maintaining up-to-date presentations and ensuring accuracy.
• Assist in updating the EOL/clearance catalogue and ensuring monthly publication.
• Help in maintaining item accuracy, including images, prices, specifications, and data.
• Assist in managing image ownership, ensuring easy access to an organized image library.

Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in business administration, Marketing, or related field preferred.
• Previous experience in category management, retail merchandising, or related roles is a plus.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in data analysis tools.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to multitask and prioritize effectively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Familiarity with inventory management software and retail analytics platforms is an advantage.
• This Category Management Assistant role offers the opportunity to gain valuable experience in category management and contribute to the success of our product categories. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the development and execution of category strategies to drive growth and profitability.

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