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As a result of our expansion plans, and our continued ongoing success we are seeking a dynamic Merchandising Planning Manager to be based at a prestigious Head Office in Plymouth.

Key Responsibilities

* Review the daily suite of availability reports and take action on any issues affecting product availability.

* Conduct analyses with the web logistics team to identify and address potential stock issues before they escalate.

* Monitor KPIs and escalate critical issues as needed.

* Liaise with logistics teams and other departments to manage master and component SKUs, ensuring accurate profiling and range planning.

* Ensure floorplans align with store data and Planogram allocations, identifying discrepancies and correcting them in collaboration with store teams.

* Ensure that planograms, bay counts, and gradings in the system match the physical store layouts.

* Review new stores and ensure full availability of stock.

* Work with the team to address out-of-stock situations by finding replacement SKUs or leveraging Sales Stock Analysis and Replacement SKUs Reports.

* Liaise with the buying and merchandising teams to phase out old stock and support stores with stock exits where necessary.

* Analyze profiles and ensure that SKUs are stocked appropriately to avoid low stock or OOS situations between deliveries.

Person Specification:

* Experience in a logistics / merchandising role desirable.

* Able to code in SQL desirable, full training will be provided.

* Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines.

* Strong communication skills, able to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams such as logistics, buying and merchandising.

* Proficiency in Microsoft office suite, primarily excel.

* Self-starter with a good eye for detail.

* A proactive, problem-solving mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and operational efficiency.

* Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data and make strategic decisions based on findings

What we offer:

* Competitive salary

* Pension

* Long service awards

* Employee discount

* Cycle to work scheme

* Flexible and Hybrid working

If you are currently seeking a new challenge and feel you would be a good fit, then please submit an up to date CV by using the ‘apply’ button below. For an informal chat please call TQR Plymouth and ask for Laura, many thanks for your interest