Reebok are looking for a highly commercial and hands-on Retail Merchandiser to take full ownership of assortment planning, inventory management, and in-store execution across their factory outlet stores in Paris and Amsterdam.
This role combines strategic planning with day-to-day trading ownership.
The successful candidate will be responsible for building the right assortment, driving inventory turns, managing pricing and discounting, and ultimately maximising sell-through and margin recovery in an outlet environment.
Retail Merchandiser- Outlet- The Role:
P&L Ownership & Store Performance
- Own and deliver the full P&L performance for both outlet stores
- Drive sales, margin, and profitability in line with budget and forecast targets
- Identify risks and opportunities and take proactive actions to close gaps
- Work closely with store teams to ensure strong commercial execution and KPI delivery
Assortment Planning & Buying
- Build and manage outlet-specific assortment plans aligned with commercial targets and inventory availability
- Own buying decisions, ensuring the right product mix to maximize sell-through and margin
- Balance depth vs. breadth across categories, sizes, and price points
- Continuously refine assortment based on trading performance and stock opportunities
Inventory Planning & Replenishment
- Own inventory planning across both stores, ensuring optimal stock levels
- Drive inventory turns through effective allocation and stock management
- Plan and execute replenishment to stores, ensuring the right products are in the right location at the right time
- Monitor sell-through, stock cover, and aging inventory; take action to mitigate slow-moving stock
Pricing, Markdown & Discount Strategy
- Develop and execute pricing architecture for the outlet channel
- Own markdown and discounting strategy, including promotional cadence and clearance activity
- Optimize margin recovery while maintaining strong sell-through
- Ensure pricing consistency and accuracy across both locations
Trading & Performance Analysis
- Monitor daily and weekly trading performance across both stores
- Track and analyse key KPIs (sales, margin, sell-through, stock turn, conversion)
- Produce trading reports with clear, actionable insights and recommendations
Visual Merchandising & Store Execution
- Own visual merchandising strategy and execution across both stores
- Partner with store teams to implement commercial layouts and product storytelling
- Ensure clear communication of promotions, pricing, and key product focus
- Conduct regular store visits to maintain high VM and operational standards
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Work closely with supply chain, warehouse, and brand teams to manage stock flow and intake
- Align on product strategy, inventory opportunities, and commercial priorities
- Support and influence store teams to drive performance and execution
General Support
- Assist the CSO and Head of Merchandising with inventory management, product masterdata management, commercial reviews, and management reporting.
Retail Merchandiser- Outlet- The Person:
- Must have previous experience in retail merchandising, preferably in outlet or off-price environments
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and drive decisions
- Proven experience in inventory planning, pricing, and markdown management
- Commercial mindset with a strong understanding of retail KPIs
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
- Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities
- Proficiency in Excel and ERP systems
Please get in touch m.coote@peoplemarketing.co.uk
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