Merchandising Branch Analyst

We are recruiting for a Branch Analyst to join our team in our PEPCO Watford Office. The purpose of this role is to provide analysis to support or challenge Brand Strategy and ensure efficient use of stock to optimize sales and reduce markdown. To work cross functionally to ensure new store launches are carried out effectively.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

•Line manage, motivate and develop Merch Analyst Assistant

•Have weekly one to ones and team meetings

•Conduct objective setting and performance reviews

•Take an active role in Merchandiser meetings

•Proactive approach to involvement in tasks outside of own department

•Ensure merchandising teams are aware of latest initiatives and that deadlines are met

•Liaise with functions outside of merchandising to ensure the crossover points with other functions are consistent

• Regular travel to stores for new store openings

• Strong analytical and numerical skills with the ability to use the results to deliver opportunities
• Advanced department planning ability
• Excellent communication skills and a customer focused approach
• Flexible and calm under pressure
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to use the results to deliver opportunities
• Good organization and time management skills
• Strong relationship builder and ability to work cross-functionally
• Confident in challenging across all levels and able to respond positively when challenged back
• Aware of own development requirements and actively seeks development opportunities
• Demonstrate strong leadership, management and training skills
• Experienced leader and motivator, strong relationship builder and ability to work cross-functionally

• Competitive salary 
• Potential to earn bonus 
• Free on-site car park 
• Onsite coffee lounge
• Discount Card – 10% discount on most purchases in-store
• Family Friendly Benefits
• Loyal Service Awards
• My Staff Shop – exclusive discount portal
• Apprenticeships & Career Development  
• Life Assurance Cover
• Health & Wellbeing – employee assistance programme to support you
• Holiday Allowance – increasing by one day per year (up to 33 days), along with the option to purchase additional holiday (annually)
• Pension
• Birthdays are important, so each year, you can take the day off as an extra day’s holiday

Since our humble beginnings in 1990, Poundland has evolved into a retail powerhouse with over 900 stores and nearly 18,500 dedicated colleagues across the UK and Republic of Ireland. The addition of Dealz in 2011 further solidified our presence, enabling us to reach millions of customers with our unparalleled value offerings.

At Poundland & Dealz, we don't just offer products at unbeatable prices; we cultivate an environment where every colleague can thrive and contribute to our mission of providing amazing value to millions of customers. Our commitment to excellence, inclusion, and sustainability forms the foundation of our culture, empowering our team members to be the best versions of themselves while making a meaningful impact on the communities we serve.

It is our behaviours and the hard work, commitment and passion of our wonderful colleagues that make it all possible.

We like to keep things simple, so we have just three behaviours that lie at the heart of everything we do, and they keep us on track.

They are Love our customers, Care for our colleagues and Protect the Pounds & Euros...

By living our behaviours every day, we've created a land which is fun, friendly and full of surprises — a place where our people can truly be the best version of themselves!