19 Oct
Hobbs
London
Our international business is rapidly expanding and were looking for a talented Junior Merchandiser to join us here at Hobbs. This is a commercial role focused on driving international expansion for the brand.
The International Junior Merchandiser will manage all aspects of the merchandising function, from planning and stock management to store profiling across all international markets and regions.
Were growing our international footprint so you will swiftly become a brand expert across our concessions and standalone stores, reacting swiftly to ensure our Hobbs customer finds the perfect product mix in the right place, at the right time.
Key accountabilities for the role include:
- Store Allocation Planning:
Collaborate with the Branch Merchandiser to develop seasonal store allocation plans for product ranges.
- Outlet Special Buys: Plan and execute outlet special buys each season.
- Strategic Inventory Management: Proactively manage and optimise the allocation, assortment, and availability of Hobbs product ranges.
- Stock Level Analysis: Regularly review store stock levels and propose strategies to improve inventory management and maximise sales, working closely with the Branch Merchandiser and Head of UK and International.
- Trade Meeting Participation:Attend weekly Trade Meetings, present updates on seasonal performance, and analyse data to inform strategic planning.
- Store Collaboration: Build strong relationships with Regional and Country Managers, liaise regularly, and conduct store visits to gather feedback and make informed decisions.
About You
This role would suit an Assistant Merchandiser or Senior Assistant Merchandiser with a highly analytical and commercial mindset looking for that next step in their career.
Previous global exposure would be highly beneficial for this role although not mandatory.
We are looking for a candidate who possesses exceptional Excel skills including VLOOKUP and Pivot tables with the proven ability to analyse vast amounts of numerical data effectively.
What's in it for you?
Across the TFG Brands, we pride ourselves on having our people at the heart of everything we do and we really believe that a career in retail is unbeatable. We will give you the tools and the time to develop your career in the direction you want to go. Alongside that, we have some great benefits which include:
- Hobbs Employee Discount of 70%, and 50% discount with Phase Eight and Whistles, as per the TFG Brands Discount Policy
- Up to 28 days holiday entitlement per annum in addition to the usual public and bank holidays
- Financial and Wellbeing support
- Enhanced Maternity package
- Virtual GP service unlimited access 24/7
- Plus much more!
About Us
At TFG Brands We Care, We Connect, We Collaborate and We Create. We have four brands in our portfolio: our iconic fashion brands Phase Eight, Whistles and Hobbs as well as our luxury Homewares brand Inside Story. We arent stopping there though, we have plans to grow beyond this in multiple retail sectors.
TFG London Inclusion and Diversity statement of commitment:
At TFG London and across all our brands we are committed to creating an inclusive culture thatwelcomes, develops and celebrates a diversity of backgrounds, experiences,
cultural references and ideas and opinions within our business.
We are working together to ensure our environment is one where difference is not only respected but encouraged and celebrated and people can bring their authentic, unique selves to work, where their contribution is valued, ability enhanced, and perspective appreciated.
▶️ Junior Merchandiser
🖊️ Hobbs
📍 London