Job Description
What is the role
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Responsible for driving sales and profitability by setting and executing the trading strategy. The role focuses on analysing performance, optimising product and stock levels, and leading promotional activity to maximise commercial results. Working cross-functionally with buying, merchandising, and marketing teams, they ensure aligned trading decisions while leading a team to deliver strong operational and financial performance.
What you will do
- Lead and implement the overall trading strategy to maximise sales and margin
Analyse sales performance data and market trends to inform decision-making
Monitor and optimise product performance across all categories
Manage stock levels to ensure availability while minimising risk (overstock/markdown)
Plan and execute promotional activity to drive revenue and customer engagement
Collaborate closely with Buying, Merchandising, and Marketing teams to align trading plans
Identify growth opportunities and recommend actions to improve performance
Ensure operational excellence across all trading activities
Lead, coach, and develop a team to achieve trading objectives
Set clear performance targets and monitor team delivery
Foster a high-performance, commercially focused culture
What you will bring
- Proven experience in sales forecasting, data analysis, and decision-making to drive financial performance
Strong understanding of e-commerce and online trading, including knowledge of driving website sales and conversions
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Experience in team leadership, including setting objectives, performance monitoring, and fostering a collaborative work environment
Proficiency in tools for sales and inventory planning, as well as experience with multi-channel retail operations
Exceptional organizational and communication skills to coordinate cross-functional teams effectively
Passion for fashion and an understanding of the plus-size market is a significant advantage
Degree in business, merchandising, retail management, or a related field is preferred