At ProCook, we do more than just cook up beautiful, high-quality kitchenware—we design for life. As we continue to grow, we’re looking for a Merchandise Planner who can bring strategic thinking, commercial savvy, and a passion for performance to our Merchandising team.
What You’ll DoAs our Merchandise Planner, you’ll be responsible for defining and delivering the category strategy, delivering agreed stock requirements to all ProCook channels and determining promotional and pricing activities to drive sustainable growth through increased sales and profitability.
This is a full-time 37.5hrs/week role, working 3 days in the office and 2 days from home, therefore you MUST live within commutable distance to our offices in Gloucester.RequirementsYou’ll be at the heart of:Working closely with Buying, responsible for accurate category forecasting and demand planning, creating and maintaining appropriate trackers and planners for full visibility of range architecture and performanceEstablish systematic methods and tools to monitor and analyse stock, availability and sales performance trend data to develop forecasts by product category, SKU, channel and locationLead and manage the category and promotional critical path and act as an ambassador across all functions for delivering Commercial activity on time and in full at timesOwnership of maintaining accurate Range Plan, Trading Plan, Markdown Plan and line-level forecastsWorking with the Buying team & suppliers to confirm stock requirements, production capacity and order management within the critical pathProvide weekly, seasonal, and ad hoc analysis of range and promotional performance, including to senior stakeholdersIncorporate company financial reporting and budget requirements into merchandise plans and recommendationsDevelop and communicate quarterly demand planning with suppliers to ensure stock requirements are managed within the critical pathEstablish a promotional and seasonal forecasting model and plan for implementing merchandise changes Coordinate product forecasts with Buying and communicate to Supply ChainEnsure that clearance products are managed and sold through at an appropriate rate, taking price action as required to achieve stock, sales and margin targetsManage open to buy options and stock plans to deliver to sales and stock targetsInner/Outer management coordinated with Buying and delivered in volumes suitable for warehouse requirements and retail execution
The Ideal Candidate:Proven experience in retail merchandising environmentSolid knowledge of range and category managementProject management skills to facilitate and track cross-functional tasks, spotting potential risks and managing themData driven with good analytical and forecasting skillsStrong stakeholder management skills in order to work across multiple teamsExcellent communication and people skillsDrives the performance and growth of their area Provides support for the long-term strategies of the organisationPrioritises and balances immediate tasks to deliver objectives and results Proactively and decisively challenges the norm to drive performanceCollaborates with other areas to drive the best resultsHas positive presence and impact on their team Develops high performing team and direct reportsSets clear objectives for themselves and othersBenefitsWhat’s in it for You?💰Salary is up to £40,000 depending on experience and skills🤩Total value of our perks is worth £3,000+ per year🅿️ Free parking on-site💪 Free gym access on-site☕ Unlimited coffee and tea throughout the day🍰 Free fresh fruit and cake daily🍴 Subsidised meals - breakfast and lunch🏢 Hybrid Working: 3 days in our inspiring ProCook HQ, 2 days flexible remote🏆 Opportunity to work with a passionate team🎁 Generous colleague discount - 40% off to spend in store or online + 30% for friends and family🌍 2 x Annual paid volunteering days📞 Employee Assistance Programme👥 Friends and Family Referral Scheme🏖️33 Days Annual Leave (including bank holidays)💰 Discretionary bonus scheme of up to 15%🅱️ B Corp certified company committed to ethical practices and sustainability🥇 A company recognised as a Great Place to Work for 4 consecutive years🩼 Disability Confident LeaderWe Welcome Everyone
At ProCook we are committed to diversity and inclusion, and we welcome applications from people of all abilities.
If you require any reasonable adjustments to support you through the application or interview process, please let us know. We’re committed to making our recruitment process as inclusive and accessible as possible.About ProCook’s Sustainability Commitment:
At ProCook, sustainability is at the heart of what we do.
As a certified B Corporation, we strive to balance profit with purpose, focusing on reducing waste, and ensuring ethical business practices.
By joining our team, you will contribute to our efforts in creating a positive impact on the planet.NO AGENCIES! We kindly request that recruitment agencies do not contact us regarding this position, as we are managing the hiring process directly.
Read Less
