PVH Corp:
Junior Merchandiser Job in London, VT

<p></p><p>With a history going back over 130 years, PVH has excelled at growing brands and businesses with rich American heritages, becoming one of the largest global apparel companies. We have over 30,000 associates operating in over 40 countries with over $8 billion in revenues.</p><p></p><p>Founded in 1968 and acquired by PVH Corp. in 2003, Calvin Klein is a global lifestyle brand that exemplifies bold, progressive ideals and a seductive, and often minimal, aesthetic. We seek to thrill and inspire our audience while using provocative imagery and striking designs to ignite the senses. We strive to make a positive impact on the world. We inspire passion in our people. We embody authenticity and embrace individuality.</p><p></p><p>Tommy Hilfiger is one of the worlds leading designer lifestyle brands, internationally recognised for celebrating the essence of classic American cool style. Founded in 1985, Tommy Hilfiger was acquired by PVH Corp. in 2010. We engage consumers through 360 marketing campaigns, innovative events, exciting collaborations and brand partnerships, and work with some of the biggest names from the world of Fashion, Art, Music and Entertainment.</p><p></p><p></p><p><b><i>About</i> THE ROLE</b></p><p>PVH Merchandising is responsible for the budgeting, range building and product trading strategy for the UKIR business. In a constantly changing retail environment, they look to drive the optimum assortment for each retail location, based upon: customer profile, sales targets and regional retail landscape.</p><p>Working closely and collaborating with all key retail stakeholders (Buying, Retail Operations, Visual Merchandising and Store teams), ensuring strong communication and a passion for opportunity and success are the foundations for this team.</p><p></p><p>The Junior Merchandiser plays a key role in supporting the Merchandising team to maximise commercial opportunities for Tommy Hilfiger & Calvin Klein brands.</p><p></p><p>The Junior Merchandiser will be responsible for their own divisions within one of our brands.</p><p></p><p>Reporting into the Merchandiser they will be expected to drive sales and profit through effective inventory management and in season trading for their divisions, whilst supporting the wider team strategy.</p><p>.</p><p></p><p><b>Responsibilities include:</b></p><ul><li><p>Drive the category planning of your own department for the forward buying process.</p></li><li><p>Prepare analysis packs as necessary and pull together strategy recommendations.</p></li><li><p>Own the departmental Merchandising planning and trading strategy of your divisions, with the customer and brand in mind.</p></li><li><p>Manage, train and guide a team of MAAs to effectively deliver initial allocation replenishment and exit strategy in the most efficient way.</p></li><li><p>Responsible for the smooth day-to-day operation of the Merchandising department.</p></li><li><p>Have the confidence to continually question and improve processes.</p></li><li><p>Manage the running of weekly trade reports, reviewing relevancy and processes.</p></li><li><p>Plan the mid-season and end of season sales.</p></li><li><p>Manage the monthly in-season OTB reviews, including line level for core lines.</p></li><li><p>Oversee allocation process, including never-out-of-stocks.</p></li><li><p>Undertake stores visits and work with key stores to support their performance and assess your department against your competition.</p></li><li><p>Forge strong working relationships with buying counterparts; align with all planning and trading deadlines.</p></li><li><p>Develop strong relationships across B&M, Operations, Store and Amsterdam teams.</p></li><li><p>Implement and exploit new systems and processes to continually improve merchandising processes</p></li><li><p>Develop and motivate junior members of the team.</p></li><li><p>Support the brand strategy and encourages others to do so.</p></li></ul><p></p><p></p><p><b><i>About</i> YOU</b></p><ul><li><p>Youll be working at Junior Merchandiser level or have extensive experience at Assistant level and be ready for a step up.</p></li><li><p>You'll have excellent planning and analytical skills.</p></li><li><p>Youll have strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to build relationships with ease.</p></li><li><p>Youll be a commercially astute and confident decision maker, communicating with impact across all levels.</p></li><li><p>Youll be a strong team leader with an ability to manage, motivate and work effectively within a small team.</p></li><li><p>Youll have in-depth knowledge of the current competitive market place.</p></li><li><p>You will work well with change, being able to quickly adapt and work with pace.</p></li></ul><p></p><p></p><p></p><p><b><i>About </i>WHAT WE OFFER</b></p><p>At PVH, we understand that the success of our organisation is directly related to our hardworking and dedicated associates who contribute their time and talents to help make our Company the success it is. That is why we are committed to providing a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that offers the protection, peace of mind and flexibility designed to support our associates both at home and at work.</p><p></p><p>Benefits include:</p><ul><li><span>Up to 65% off CK and TH Retail Purchases</span></li><li><span>25 days holiday (plus bank holidays)</span></li><li><span>Competitive pension plan</span></li><li><span>Life insurance cover </span></li><li><span>Corporate discount on Dental Insurance</span></li><li><span>Health cash plan</span></li><li><span>Competitive bonus scheme</span></li><li><span>Flexi hours</span></li></ul><p><br />PVH Europe and our brands, TOMMY HILFIGER and CALVIN KLEIN, are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse community of associates with a strong sense of belonging. We believe we are bettered by all forms of diversity, and take pride in working with top talent from every walk of life and corner of the world. In the spirit of inclusivity, qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, ethnicity, ability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, nationality, race, religion or sexual orientation.</p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p>","industry":"Retail"