Specialist Knowledge

Ability to have immediate impact within role with influence across all departments

Buying, Merchandising & Supply Chain

Deep knowledge of multi-channel merchandising, buying and supply chain strategies and processes including

• Sourcing & Buying.

• Merchandise & Assortment Planning.

• Category Management.

• Pricing & Promotions.

• Forecasting, Allocation & Replenishment.

I have designed a Merchandise Planning System from scratch and have a working knowledge of the planning and execution systems used in buying, merchandising and supply chain management, including design and implementation

A thorough understanding of how these different processes impact the customer proposition as well as other areas of the business such as logistics and retail operations.

Digital

In depth knowledge and experience of digital channel including

• Start up of websites from design, software packages, hosting, merchandising, customer services, marketing

• Re platforming from legacy systems

• Customer Experience and end to end Journey

• Digital First strategies through to all sales channels

General

Implementation experience of start ups, e-commerce divisions, restructures, projects, wholesale and franchise operations

Experienced in consultancy methods and approaches, learned via commissioning and implementing projects within a retail organisation.

Experience of different retail sectors, mainly fashion, but also including general merchandise and FMCG business models, including an international dimension.

Experience across all sales channels within the UK and internationally - retail (bricks & mortar, e-commerce), wholesale, franchise & licensing

Experience to develop and maintain relationships at all levels of the client’s business

We will deliver

• Understanding of retail transformation in a digital world.

• Strong problem solving skills with the ability to synthesise data and formulate conclusions/recommendations.

• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate clearly and efficiently

• Guaranteed professionalism and flexibility