John Lewis
Location
Bracknell, Berkshire | United Kingdom
Job description
At a glance We know flexible working is important to you, and it is important to us too. The Partnership has adopted a hybrid working approach meaning you'll be able to work a mixture between the office and home based upon your personal needs whilst balancing the needs of the business. The Merchandising Operations team aim for at least 2-3 days a week in the office to connect and on a more ad-hoc basis to attend key meetings but again, are flexible on this. The role is based at Bracknell. The salary range for the role is £36,400 - £62,600 This role is a Permanent role An element of weekend working may be required. About the role As a Merchandise Planner you will be focused on creating, optimising and delivering plans for supplier ordering and stock replenishment which result in the right amount of stock, in the right place, at the right time, building on the demand forecasts. Planning activity is an integral part of the work of each Category Proposition Group, in order to deliver the trade plan, with direct impact on the delivery of key stock KPIs (availability, explained wastage, stock holding). Some of your key Responsibilities include: Optimising stock availability for all Food & Grocery customers to achieve sales category targets, whilst actively controlling the costs of wastage and working capital. Using insight from the Category Proposition Group and analysis of historical performance, plan all items for promotions, deals and events in order to achieve targets. Providing data and experienced-based insight to enable evidence based decision making in the Category Essential skills Evidence of using data for analysis and decision making Collaborating on projects to deliver solutions for business success Influencing and managing supplier and customer relationships Proficient in Microsoft Excel & Google Apps Benefits of the Partnership and the role 💻 - Hybrid Working. 🏖️ - Full - time working holiday entitlement 25 days holiday,, plus public and bank holidays (this is prorated for part time hours). ⚖ - Excellent work life balance, including focus on well being and flexible working and our marketing leading equal parenthood leave Policy 🐷 - Defined Contribution pension scheme where your contributions will be matched by the Partnership (up to 8% of pay) and, after three years’ service, you’ll receive an additional Partnership contribution of 4% of pay, regardless of whether you pay in or not 🤑 - You’ll get Partnership discount in store and online once you complete your Earning Membership period. That’s 25% off in John Lewis (12% off electrical products, some exclusions apply) and 20% in Waitrose (some exclusions apply) You’ll also be able to nominate someone you live with to share your discount. 🚴 - Simple cycle to work support scheme 🏰 - We’re really proud of our exclusive hotels based in some of Britain’s most beautiful areas and once you’ve been with us for three months, you’re welcome to explore them 🌱 - Learn more about our extensive range of exciting benefits that you could enjoy when you join us, visit - (Link-> Next Steps The application form consists of a CV upload followed by application questions. Please ensure you refresh the page each time you complete a task to ensure you complete everything that you need to in time. (If internal, check your Workday notifications and see further guidance on the PDW under "Internal application process"). You'll be asked about any adjustments you might need to support the recruitment process. Let us know, and we'll be sure to discuss it with you. Internal Partners Only: You can view a copy of the full job outline here: (Link-> For internal use only: #LI-JLPWTR #LI-HYBRID #LI-HEADOFFICE #LI-KH1
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£36.4k - £62.2k per annum
