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Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in demand forecasting, inventory management, and sales analysis, leveraging tools like Excel and Power BI to optimize product performance and drive commercial success. Strong analytical skills combined with effective communication and collaboration abilities support strategic decision-making in merchandising.
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Demand ForecastingInventory ManagementSales AnalysisExcel ProficiencyPower BI Knowledge
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Hard Skills
Demand PlanningSales Data AnalysisForecastingFinancial MetricsMarket ResearchAssortment PlanningInventory OptimizationMarkdown StrategyCalculationsTrend Analysis
Soft Skills
Collaborative CommunicationAttention to DetailProactive Problem-Solving
Tools & Technologies
ExcelPower BIMerchandising SoftwareInventory Management SystemsData Analysis Tools
Industry Keywords
Market TrendsConsumer BehaviourSales ConversionStock InvestmentsCommercial Performance
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Strategically plan category and product type volumes based on growth plans, historical data and market strategies
- Develop pre-season forecasts for vendor and material planning with Regional Market Merchandising and Commercial teams
- Lead demand reviews and analyse changes in current and future demand
- Challenge and refine forecast robustness
- Prepare transparent monthly buy summaries covering spending across units, categories and customer mix
- Manage the buy calendar and complete checks before purchase order management
- Maintain inventory stability and optimise sales conversion
- Allocate stock investments with Commercial and Market Merchandising teams
- Monitor orderbook movements and adapt plans with Commercial teams and Customer Operations
- Monitor the trading funnel and recommend markdown and clearance actions to drive sales, margin and cash and stock health
- Collaborate cross-functionally to support Speedo's commercial performance
Requirements
What you’ll need- Ability to analyse sales data, trends and market research to make informed decisions on inventory levels, pricing and assortment planning
- Proficient in Excel
- Proficiency in numbers, calculations and financial metrics including margin, turnover and forecasting
- Clear and collaborative communication skills
- Familiarity with merchandising software, inventory management systems and data analysis tools
- Understanding of market trends and consumer behaviour
- Attention to detail and proactive problem-solving approach
- Strong experience in Excel and Power BI and/or knowledge of AI tools
- Willingness to travel to other sites for sales launches or critical stage gate meetings
Benefits
Comp & perks- Competitive salary
- Discretionary bonus
- Hybrid working
- Flexible start and finish times
- Generous holiday allowance
- Product discounts
- Sample sales
- Enhanced family-friendly policies
- Healthcare support
- Gym and fitness discounts
- Cycle to work scheme
- Electric car scheme