Job Description

Job Category: Merchandising
:
About the Role:
Ready to start your Joules Journey?
Prepare to be part of a dynamic, hard-working, collaborative and inspirational team, creating and bringing product to market season after season for our iconic British brand. You can expect a journey outlined with clear goals and aspirations shared by the whole business whilst building cross-collaborative relationships including the opportunity to work with our Founder; Tom Joule, and his Senior Team who have a wealth of knowledge to share.
Step into the role of Merchandiser - Menswear!
Discover an exciting opportunity to take on an integral role here at Joules Head Office.
The role of Merchandiser sits in our Menswear division where you will support the Merchandising team to land the range strategy, in line with the planning of the Business/Trading teams.

• Deliver a seasonal range framework using sales & profit analysis and feed-in from internal and external parties to predict future opportunity.
• Ensure the range is delivered to hit financial plans, adjusting as required as the critical path progresses and drives the team to deliver actions.
• Monitor performance of range against the original plan through re-forecasting and take action to drive additional opportunity and minimise risk.
• Be accountable for your department plans as well as accuracy at all times across all systems and data points.
• Work closely with Suppliers to share seasonal strategies and plans, communicating and updating regularly on business levels.
• Present your plans to key decision makers in critical path meetings using reasoned arguments & rationale to deliver sign off plans.
• Be accountable for your departments forecasting and resulting actions, striving for high accuracy and using all available data to inform views.
• Along with the Buyers, is accountable for the progression of the range for your department, ensuring on-time, profitable ranges.
• Be accountable for stocks being in the right virtual warehouse/location to maximise availability and full price sell through.
• Overseeing trading for the department, taking product actions into current and future seasons.
• Optimise the current season though OTB management and proactively addressing terminal stock risk, determining the most profitable solutions.
• Hold accountability for the Department WSSI, driving business-wide visibility of all KPIs (Sales, Margin, Stock, Markdown, Intake).
• Be accountable for ensuring markdown items are identified and prices agreed within parameters.

About You:
To really shine within the role of Merchandiser you must be able to work flexibly and at pace with a passion for the Fashion industry. However, what we value most here at Joules is your ability to really align with who we are. So, if you:

• Have a keen interest in the fashion and retail industry.
• Strong team ethic but still results driven.
• Are agile and adapt to the business needs.
• Strive to make positive change and can take peers on your journey.
• Can work collaboratively and are always ready to give it your all.

Then look no further, the role of Merchandiser at Joules was made for you!
From a technical and operational perspective, it would also be advantageous if you have:

• Experience as a Merchandiser in a fashion business. Or as an experienced Assistant Merchandiser who has the drive and ambition to step into a more senior role.
• Strong Excel/Google Sheets skills.
• High standard of commercial acumen and analytical skills with an ability to interpret facts and figures to identify risks and opportunities.
• Excellent planning and organisation skills with a high level of attention to detail alongside ability to plan and prioritise your own and team's workload effectively.
• Able to adapt, at speed were needed, to the needs of the business and the customer.
• Will have a proactive approach and is able to show initiative to seize opportunities, achieving better results for business benefit.

Where will you be working?
This is a full time, onsite role based at 'The Barn' - this is Joules' purpose built Head Office in Market Harborough, Leicestershire.
We value your dedication and understand the importance of balance. This role is office based and typically requires 5 days a week working onsite, as we believe this is where we make the best decisions together. We do offer discretionary flexibility to support your needs and help you navigate life's demands as and when your work allows.
Your Application
Please note that applications not accompanied by a relevant cover letter are unlikely to be progressed. For up to date guidance on completing your Joules cover letter, please review the .
Sponsorship
In accordance with Home Office guidance successful candidates will be required to evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment. Joules does not hold a Sponsor Licence and would not, therefore, be able to sponsor a successful candidate under the Skilled Worker route. The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate the right to work without sponsorship.
Please note that we may close the advert early if the required level of applications is received - this role requires an immediate start so apply now to receive early consideration.
About Us:
Give your career a breath of fresh (countryside) air.
For the colourful and carefree who make the most out of life, Joules is the British country lifestyle brand that encourages all of life's adventures.
At Joules, we design clothing, accessories and homeware for all the family. Alongside a whole lot more. We are inspired by nature. We have fun. And we care.
It's been quite a journey from when we started way back in 1989. And thanks to staying true to our roots, and a team that is always wanting to do better, we're pleased that the adventure is as exciting as ever.
We think it's your time to join in the fun.
About the Team:

• 25% off most Joules, NEXT, MADE*, Lipsy*, Gap* and Victoria's Secret* products (*when purchased through NEXT)
• Up to 10% off most partner brands & Branded Beauty products
• Access to fantastic discounts at our staff shops
• Clothing Allowance
• Family Day and Volunteering Leave
• Reward Schemes - From a cycle to work scheme to discounts with nearly 1000 retailers
• Life assurance
• Pension
• Fantastic L&D opportunities
• A bold and vibrant place to work
• Free on-site Parking & low cost EV charging points

Conditions apply to all benefits. These benefits are discretionary and subject to change.
We aim to support all candidates during the application process and are happy to provide workplace adjustments when necessary. Should you need support with your application due to a disability or long-term condition, feel free to get in touch with us by email headoffice_joulesHR@next.co.uk (please include 'Workplace Adjustments' in the subject line), or call us on 0116 284 2486 and leave a voicemail.

Skills Required