Job Junior Merchandiser

ABOUT FINISTERRE

Born two decades ago from the needs of hardy British surfers, Finisterre is proudly B Corp certified and a leader in its field; designing functional and sustainable products for those that share a love of the sea and adventure. Whether based at our cliff top headquarters in St. Agnes, Cornwall or in one of our eleven retail locations across the UK, Finisterre is a truly unique brand and career proposition.

Perched a few hundred meters from the crashing Atlantic, our HQ at St. Agnes’ Wheal Kitty Workshops is at the heart of our brand. Here we stay true to our original design ethos of functionality and sustainability brought to life in an understated style and identity, always remaining committed to product, environment, and people.

Our people are at the very heart of the Finisterre brand, wherever they may be in the world, sharing our values and vision to make the world a better place. Culture and team are everything here. We take care to create a working environment where our people are valued and can thrive and grow with us. It’s a buzzing place to work, and we are privileged to enjoy the natural environment and ocean on a daily basis.

As we enter the next exciting stage of global growth, we are on the lookout for talented individuals to join our crew. So, if you are as passionate about the ocean as we are, if you embody our values to be Brave, Honest and Driven, if you want to be part of a truly authentic, purpose-led brand and you share our vision to create exceptional products in a responsible way, then we would love to hear from you

ABOUT THE ROLE

This role is responsible for supporting all Merchandising functions for Finisterre’s global omni channel business. Collaborating to implement Merchandising strategies and processes. Managing all trade and planning activities. Ensuring all KPI’s are met while delivering growth across all channels

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for completing weekly trading analysis on category performance, providing key performance indicators relating to sales, stock, profit, and markdown
• Review and make recommendations for trading actions on over/under performing styles and categories trading behind plan.
• Closely working with online team to optimise online sales performance and ensuring good stock availability for the online channel.
• Work with the buying team to range build for relevant clothing categories, working cross functionally with the wider product team through the critical path process.
• Understand product critical path and work cross functionality to ensure stock arrives ahead of launch periods and trading plan activity, communicate changes to the wider business
• Work with Merchandiser on Terminal stock management including opportunities for clearance events.
• Management of stock values by location to ensure that stock is in the correct locations to potentialise sales, liaising with wholesale to understand and opportunities to drive this channel.
• Manage category level WSSI to understand future commitment requirements and stock position and present monthly updates to Head of Merchandising with OTB recommendations.
• Manage line flows on core products alongside AM and request OTB requirements through WSSI meeting.
• Ongoing review of retail allocations optimising offering to drive sales through space available.
• Review and cost markdowns & promotional activity calculating effect on profit and communicate this to the internal business
• Assist Merchandiser and Head of Merch with lessons learned end of season analysis to support future season planning
• Forecast qtys for future seasons for the buying team to support long lead fabric production
• Coach and mentor junior team members of the Merchandising team.
• Ongoing review of Merchandising processes to drive improvements and efficiencies

Requirements

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO FINISTERRE

• Relevant aspiration and interest in being part of a multi-channel retail business
• A minimum of 3 years Merchandising experience. Already a Junior Merchandiser or a strong Senior Assistant Merchandiser/Assistant Merchandiser ready to step up.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills
• Experienced in WSSI management
• Excellent numerical & analytical skills with good attention to detail & ability to communicate and present figures
• Good understanding of the product development cycle and supply chain
• Self-aware, good communicator, networker with strong interpersonal skills
• Organised and the ability to work to deadlines with accuracy
• Self-motivated and committed to developing your skills
• Ability to prioritise and manage workload in a busy, dynamic environment
• Willingness to own and drive your personal development plan, and open to asking for and accepting feedback on performance
• Commitment to inclusivity and sustainability, and social and environmental sustainability
• Passion, energy and aspiration in line with Finisterre values, products, brand and customers
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team
• Thrives on positive change and able to manage self under pressure
• Can use initiative

Important: The successful candidate must, by the start of their employment, have permission to work in the UK. Please note that Finisterre are not licensed to sponsor overseas workers.

Benefits

WHAT YOU’LL RECEIVE FROM FINISTERRE

We are offering a full time, permanent contract, based at our Headquarters at Wheal Kitty, St Agnes, Cornwall. We’ll invest in you a competitive salary, depending on your skills and experience.

But it’s not just a job. At Finisterre, we provide an opportunity to grow and develop yourself within at a fast-paced, growing B Corp certified brand with a great culture and an exciting purpose. You’ll get the chance to collaborate with a diverse community of people with a shared mission. In return, we take good care of you through a range of initiatives and rewards, including:

• A discretionary bonus scheme, based on company performance
• A pension scheme with Nest
• 25 days holiday per year, plus up to 8 UK bank holidays
• Additional holidays for length of service
• Your birthday day off
• 60% product discount for personal and gift use
• 30% Friends and Family product discount
• Life assurance with access to an employee assistance program
• Access to a wide range of wellbeing programs, including counselling services, headspace membership, eye tests, yoga, cycle to work and a range of perks
• Regular company social events
• Paid volunteering opportunities – we will support you in giving back to communities and causes
• Various discounts from our B Corp community
• Individual training and development plans
• Sea Tuesday companywide updates
• And so much more!

Closing date: 13 December 2024. We’ll be interviewing as we go along, so we’d encourage you to submit your application at the earliest opportunity, as the role may close earlier than advertised.

Finisterre is committed to building diverse and inclusive teams. We celebrate difference and encourage everyone to join us and be themselves at work.