Markdown Optimization Analyst

Responsibilities:

• Setting markdown strategies (setting and providing guidance on optimal markdown parameters as well as rules based on category financial plans, determining optimal markdown strategy)
• Recommending and executing optimized, progressive clearance markdowns or multi-buy promotions to maximize profit and sell-through, including utilizing forecasts of changes in sales, margin, and unit demand with markdown recommendations
• Monitoring performance
• Developing & issuing markdown performance reporting and analysis
• Optimizing price strategies and tools - supporting the development and implementation of new markdown pricing optimization tools and processes and supporting change management through partnership with key cross-functional business areas such as Planning and Buying

Requirements:

• 2+ years of experience in retail – price & inventory management or merchandise planning
• University degree - master's degree (preferably economics, product, production management, mathematics, trade)
• Excellent knowledge of MS Excel - essential
• MS Word, MS Power Point – very good
• Power BI, “Power” add-ons/ VBA in Excel – nice-to-have
• English – min B2
• Strong analytical skills, problem solving and focus on details
• Retail, Customer and Performance orientation
• Ver good level of communicative& interpersonal skills
• Team player
• High level of planning and organizing
• “Can-do” attitude, openness to changes and proactivity
• Creative thinking

What we offer:

• Work in an international company featured on the Forbes list of the best employers in Poland and beloved by millions of consumers in Poland and Europe.
• A competitive salary and real opportunities for promotion - the development of our employees is the cornerstone of our strategy!
• Life insurance on preferential terms, to feel secure.
• An extensive benefits platform offering a wide range of options – including medical care, sports cards, events, trips, shopping vouchers, and more.
• Discounts on purchases at Pepco stores – get your favorite products at even better prices!
• A wide range of training sessions, courses, and webinars designed to help our employees grow and thrive!
• The opportunity to improve language skills by working in an international environment.
• Free psychological, legal, and financial consultations as part of our employee support program – our employees' well-being is our top priority!
• Smart Lunch – meal subsidies for the company canteen, giving access to daily on-site dishes at discounted prices.
• Financial recognition in the form of jubilee awards, additional days off, and loyalty-based discounts for employees celebrating their work anniversaries.
• A social fund providing additional financial support to ensure security and assistance in various life situations.
• A friendly atmosphere and support from colleagues who are eager to share their expert knowledge – despite being a large organization, we’ve maintained a warm, informal atmosphere.
• A role within a unique organizational culture – Pepcoolture – where our mission, vision, and values are the foundation of our everyday work.