Analyst & Merchandiser (project) - Teals Somerset - Remote - Isle of Bute
(2024-03)
- Weekly departmental sales and stock reporting for senior management
- In-depth analytical review of performance across all areas of business. Tracking and reporting performance against KPI's, including revenue, profit, sales, margin, average spend & transactions.
- Seasonal and quarterly category and product analysis. Providing buyers and front of house teams with valuable product insights.
- Comprehensive system review to align with company expansion requirements for a multi-site business model
- Review and optimise system inventory processes, including purchase orders, goods in, transfers, stocktaking, and other necessary procedures
- Develop and implement reliable processes for remote stock ordering
- Train both existing team members and new personnel on updated systems and processes
Retail Buyer, Analyst & Food Development - Gather Deli - Rothesay - Isle of Bute
(2024-05)
- Retail Buyer. Planning and sourcing an inspiring retail offer, in line with company ethos and sales targets
- Business Analyst, producing commercial insight across all aspects of the business
- Developing stock management processes
- EPOS system support
- Working alongside business owners and chefs, to develop food and beverage offer for different areas of the business
- Chef. Working both in service and production
Butchery Manager - Teals Somerset - South Cadbury
(2021-04 - 2023)
Responsible for all aspects of running butchery department within a highly regarded, fast paced farm shop
- Purchasing of all carcasses, primals, cuts and sundries
- Pricing of products in line with margin targets and pricing policy
- Development of convenience range of ready-to-cook products
- Management of online products, pricing, description and stock levels
- Visual merchandising of butchery counter and grab and go fridges
- Ensuring butchery is clean, tidy and in line with EHO requirements
- Management of other butchers and counter hands
- Detailed cooking knowledge to provide customers with helpful advice
Head of Merchandising - Duo Boots - Frome – New York
(2009 - 2021)
- Develop and deliver the merchandising strategy aligned to company objectives.
- Set sales, margin, stock, and inventory targets
- Forecast demand and plan stock investment
- Build and maintain strong strategic supplier relationships
- Manage inventory levels to optimise availability while minimising terminal stock
- Analyse sales trends, customer demand, and product performance
- Produce regular trading reports and performance reviews. Identifying opportunities and risks
- Develop pricing strategies
- Work closely with the design team on product ranges and range planning
- Collaborate with finance, operations, marketing, and e-commerce teams.
- Set departmental objectives and performance measures
- Recruit and develop both new and existing team members
Senior Allocator - Radley London - London
(2007 - 2009)
- Allocated stock to full-price and outlet stores in line with minimum/maximum stock levels
