Commercial Planning Opportunity
Assistant Merchandise Planner Job Description
Morgan McKinley is seeking a skilled Assistant Merchandise Planner to join a leading retailer in Dublin. This role offers a unique chance to influence commercial decisions and collaborate with management to establish optimal stock levels for various products.
Main Responsibilities:
* Develop merchandise planning and stock forecasting strategies on an annual, bi-annual, or quarterly basis for assigned categories.
* Provide high-quality data and analysis on budget performance, sales performance, margin, and investment.
* Manage category relationships with finance managers in global locations to ensure alignment on budgets and KPIs.
* Optimize stock levels for each business unit.
* Supply accurate margin and category information for new bid processes.
* Deliver advanced commercial analysis and evaluation of strategic corporate planning opportunities.
* Liaise with suppliers to identify action plans for slow-selling or discontinued stock.
* Oversee replenishment, including defining parameters, forecasting sales trends, reporting out-of-stock analysis, and supplier fulfillment issues.
* Improve departmental efficiencies through new reporting templates and working processes.
Key Requirements:
* Minimum 3 years of merchandising/planning experience in a retail environment.
* Project management experience is beneficial.
* Proficiency in Power BI and MS Office, with advanced Excel skills.
* A full clean driving license is essential.
This role requires strong analytical and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively within a team. If you are a driven and detail-oriented professional looking to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic retail environment, we encourage you to apply.