Experienced / Senior Merchandiser (Mat Cover)

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ABOUT ONER ACTIVE

Nothing is clearer to us than the belief that every woman should include strength training in her life to enhance both physical and mental well-being. It's about building strong bodies and even stronger minds, asserting their right to take up space in the gym, and allowing the spotlight to shine bright on their progress.

To us, strength training represents a determined, goal-oriented mindset and an unwavering work ethic. We don't wait for success; we create it through hard work and determination. When faced with challenges, we don't back down; instead, we break through barriers, recognising that true progress lies on the other side.

These are the pillars that form the foundation of Oner Active. We consistently challenge ourselves to create innovative and impactful products, so that you can perform better. With our range of products and innovative approach, we provide a wide variety of colours to ensure that all skin tones genuinely radiate in Oner.

WANT TO BE A PART OF IT?

As a Merchandiser you will be working closely with our Head of Merchandising to support the growth of Oner Active. We are looking for a candidate already operating at an experienced Merchandiser level within a fast paced retail business, experience in DTC private label is a must.

When you're not busy planning and managing stock levels, you'll also be looking after intake and focusing on sales performance. You'll be part of the go-to team for many other business areas, and should have experience in building cross-functional relationships and multitasking.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

• Responsibility for the WSSI, driving out key findings based on performance. Reviewing consistently in line with trading performance.
• Planning of budgets by category, option count, and depth of buy based on the overall business and financial goals of the company.
• Monitor stock levels to ensure products are launched in a timely manner, we are fully in stock of continuity lines, and highlight any risk.
• Review sales forecasts based on performance, and action re-forecasts.
• Analyse and monitor best and worst sellers and makes informed recommendations for action as well as restocks as necessary.
• Monitors and maintains buying margin and gross profit margins as requested.
• Making active recommendations to the business via Head of Merchandising as appropriate.
• Ensures productive relationship between merchandising/buying functions and all other business areas to ensure goals achieved- we are all one big team; collaboration is key.
• Demonstrates a strong level of commercial awareness which considers customer profile, competitor activity and developments with the wider marketplace.
• Oversee stock and intake management, be main point of contact for suppliers.
• Manage and drive development of Assistant Merchandiser and Administrator
• Creating ad hoc reports - therefore Advanced Excel skills are a must

Requirements

• Previous minimum 2 years experience operating at a Merchandiser level (ecommerce preferable)
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to liaise effectively at all levels
• Ability to work under pressure with proven problem-solving skills
• Strong numeracy skills and ability to analyse & collate info from various sources
• Commercially aware and business focussed
• Able to manage & motivate your team to achieve both individual and team goals
• Excellent understanding of all MS Office products especially Excel
• As a start up we require you to be agile, and willing to be hands on in supporting the wider business with additional requests.

Benefits

• Hybrid working
• Flexible hours
• 25 days annual leave + 8 public holidays
• Pension Scheme at 5% employer contributions
• Generous Oner Active discount for clothing
• Healthy office snacks and fruit
• Plenty of learning and development opportunities
• Healthcare cash back scheme
• Contributions towards your wellbeing and work life balance
• Start-up culture: the chance to make a real impact, to learn a lot and to work in a fast-paced environment.

This is a hybrid role, with 3 days in the London office and 2 remote. You may be required to travel due to the nature of the role.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

We aim to ensure that all applicants are provided with the same opportunities during the recruitment processes, to that end, we strive to comply with the duties placed upon us to make reasonable adjustments as prescribed by equalities legislation.

We encourage people to reach out to our Recruitment team to discuss any reasonable adjustments or additional support by emailing careers@oneractive.com

Please note this is an advert for our job vacancy, and therefore may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the role described, and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of Oner Active.

Closing date

The closing date for this vacancy may be subject to change any time at the sole discretion of the business.