Senior Merchandiser

Senior MerchandiserWe have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Merchandising working in the Morleys Stores Group head office based in Wimbledon. It is a full time position reporting to the Head of Merchandising. Morleys Department Stores Group is an independent, privately-owned department store group that operates 7 stores principally in Greater London and Newbury, and an Ecommerce platform for our flagship store in Wimbledon. Our stores are at the heart of local communities and have centuries of heritage, brand trust and loyalty - all key to the values we bring to life in-store and through our communications. Role OverviewThe Senior Merchandiser is responsible for leading the commercial planning strategy across designated product categories, managing, and optimising product ranges to drive sales, maximise profitability, and control stock across a £100m+ department store group. This role drives sales, profit, stock optimisation through effective planning, forecasting, trading and inventory, this role combines commercial analysis, strategic planning, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure the right products are available at the right time, in the right quantities across our 7-store portfolio.Key ResponsibilitiesPlanning and TradingDevelop and deliver seasonal and annual merchandise financial plans aligned with business strategy, company sales and margin targets Drive forecasting accuracy and manage OTB (Open to Buy) processes and budgets and stock levels to ensure ..... full job details .....