It is Friday!!
As the systems were back up today I had a lot to catch up on.
Starting with changing some descriptions on items, there was a list to change.
Then I had to finish my carry over sheet and forward factor how many units we would have of certain lines.
Ten this afternoon I started on the WSSI assignment Amanda gave me. I enjoyed starting this as it gave me a chance to show off what I know and how I want to progress.
As it was quiet today at 5 o'clock I was told I could leave!
Overall not a bad Friday!
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Day 29 on Monday...
Saturday 9 February 2013
Thursday 7 February 2013
Day 27
Today there was a lot to get on with.
Starting with going through emails I got back about deliveries.
I then sat with Jane and went through the critical path and made sure there were no delays she knows about that I don't.
I then started on the carry over sheet. This is a document that has to be done for one of the directors to approve whether we can carry over certain lines to the next season. This involved working out what stock we would have in 16 weeks time, if sales continued the way we hope.
This afternoon I sat with Amanda and she went trough the WSSI with me, this is a document that has everything in. Sales, stock, intake, markdown, etc she gave me a task to go through it and try and fill it in. I have done this before when I was at the academy so would be good to see how much I remember and have learnt in that matter!
One of the buyers then sent me a list of description change he wanted so I started on those.
I can't believe it's Friday tomorrow though!!
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Day 28 tomorrow...
Starting with going through emails I got back about deliveries.
I then sat with Jane and went through the critical path and made sure there were no delays she knows about that I don't.
I then started on the carry over sheet. This is a document that has to be done for one of the directors to approve whether we can carry over certain lines to the next season. This involved working out what stock we would have in 16 weeks time, if sales continued the way we hope.
This afternoon I sat with Amanda and she went trough the WSSI with me, this is a document that has everything in. Sales, stock, intake, markdown, etc she gave me a task to go through it and try and fill it in. I have done this before when I was at the academy so would be good to see how much I remember and have learnt in that matter!
One of the buyers then sent me a list of description change he wanted so I started on those.
I can't believe it's Friday tomorrow though!!
Keep reading!!
Day 28 tomorrow...
Day 26
Today was an average mid day week.
I started by checking the history reports as these are used in future buys and we base a lot of out figures on these when planning. Luckily enough they were all in order and there wasn't much I needed to do.
I then moved onto checking I had replies from suppliers about their deliveries. All were fine but one (always the way!) their delivery was going to be delayed by about a month! After looking at the sales and the stock we have, we don't need the whole delivery anyway... We have asked to decrease the delivery by half, we will see what they come back with!
Then I had to make some changes to the period summaries as they needed some
figures tweaking, as this was the first attempt I had, I didn't think I did too bad :)
Lastly I had to go through all of my sections and update the grading as the buyer didn't realise this was changing and this determines how many stores the stock goes too.
Most of the day was doing whatever was thrown at me and I do feel like there is a lot I know already give me a few more weeks and I will be pro!!
Keep reading!!
Day 27 next...
I started by checking the history reports as these are used in future buys and we base a lot of out figures on these when planning. Luckily enough they were all in order and there wasn't much I needed to do.
I then moved onto checking I had replies from suppliers about their deliveries. All were fine but one (always the way!) their delivery was going to be delayed by about a month! After looking at the sales and the stock we have, we don't need the whole delivery anyway... We have asked to decrease the delivery by half, we will see what they come back with!
Then I had to make some changes to the period summaries as they needed some
figures tweaking, as this was the first attempt I had, I didn't think I did too bad :)
Lastly I had to go through all of my sections and update the grading as the buyer didn't realise this was changing and this determines how many stores the stock goes too.
Most of the day was doing whatever was thrown at me and I do feel like there is a lot I know already give me a few more weeks and I will be pro!!
Keep reading!!
Day 27 next...
Tuesday 5 February 2013
Day 25
Today was pretty busy.
I started by looking at what commitment was due and who I needed to chase, this took me a while as we're trying to find a quicker system.
Then our gifting buyer wanted some quantities on some masks but they will only be on store for 5 weeks, and can only go to certain stores! I was trying to work it all out but in the end we just looked at what they had available and what we thought would work!
Then we have what we call period summaries, to note down anything that might help in the future such as being short on stock or something outside of work. They haven't been updated for the past 2 periods and therefore I had to lo back and try to fill them in.
Tomorrow first thing that needs doing is the history reports, Amanda has found faults in some of them and we need to go back over them and make sure the information is accurate.
Keep reading!!
Day 26 tomorrow...
I started by looking at what commitment was due and who I needed to chase, this took me a while as we're trying to find a quicker system.
Then our gifting buyer wanted some quantities on some masks but they will only be on store for 5 weeks, and can only go to certain stores! I was trying to work it all out but in the end we just looked at what they had available and what we thought would work!
Then we have what we call period summaries, to note down anything that might help in the future such as being short on stock or something outside of work. They haven't been updated for the past 2 periods and therefore I had to lo back and try to fill them in.
Tomorrow first thing that needs doing is the history reports, Amanda has found faults in some of them and we need to go back over them and make sure the information is accurate.
Keep reading!!
Day 26 tomorrow...
Day 24
And it's Monday again...
This morning it was my turn it print all the line prints and markdown reports, I got in at 7.30 to do this as the printers get jammed or there's a que because everyone wants to print!
Once the packs were printed and out, I sat and as usual went through my pack and made notes. I really enjoy doing this as now I am getting to know the product I know the descriptions and know which ones would sell and which ones wouldn't! Then we had our usual trade meeting this week there was some regrading but overall most of the deliveries are due in te next few weeks so its a case of making sure they are on waters and will be on time!
I put together the list of markdowns to be sent over and approved.
Mondays always go quick as there is always a lot to do, but they are tiring too!!
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Day 25 later today...
This morning it was my turn it print all the line prints and markdown reports, I got in at 7.30 to do this as the printers get jammed or there's a que because everyone wants to print!
Once the packs were printed and out, I sat and as usual went through my pack and made notes. I really enjoy doing this as now I am getting to know the product I know the descriptions and know which ones would sell and which ones wouldn't! Then we had our usual trade meeting this week there was some regrading but overall most of the deliveries are due in te next few weeks so its a case of making sure they are on waters and will be on time!
I put together the list of markdowns to be sent over and approved.
Mondays always go quick as there is always a lot to do, but they are tiring too!!
Keep reading!!
Day 25 later today...
Friday 1 February 2013
Day 23
Today was a pretty relaxed day. My merchandiser and assistant merchandiser have been off on holiday.
I had a couple of things to get in with though! I started my day with chasing a few people up on things they should have done and therefore I could do what I needed too.
I regarded some belts which were blocked on the system due to reprocessing and updated my delivery/ critical path for my own benefit.
Then I sat with one of the buyers and she taught me how to raise orders for an hours then have me a list to go and do. I am glad I know even though its not part of my role, it means if I moved departments I might have to!
I then went through my critical path and showed her everything is still running in time.
I then sat with Ben and he finished off my training and went through some stuff I still need clarification on.
I do feel pretty confident now considering I have been here 3 weeks!!
I then really wanted to file things away and get organised as there is no system in place for anything!
I am now ready for the new assistant merch to start on monday!
Keep reading!!
Day 24 on Monday...
I had a couple of things to get in with though! I started my day with chasing a few people up on things they should have done and therefore I could do what I needed too.
I regarded some belts which were blocked on the system due to reprocessing and updated my delivery/ critical path for my own benefit.
Then I sat with one of the buyers and she taught me how to raise orders for an hours then have me a list to go and do. I am glad I know even though its not part of my role, it means if I moved departments I might have to!
I then went through my critical path and showed her everything is still running in time.
I then sat with Ben and he finished off my training and went through some stuff I still need clarification on.
I do feel pretty confident now considering I have been here 3 weeks!!
I then really wanted to file things away and get organised as there is no system in place for anything!
I am now ready for the new assistant merch to start on monday!
Keep reading!!
Day 24 on Monday...
Thursday 31 January 2013
Day 22
Today was an interesting day!
I came in and wanted to start on the glasses line projection and get that sorted for Amanda this morning. I thought I had completed what I thought was right so showed her. She was happy with most of it but some of it she changed a little, which I totally agree with as this is the first time I have done so!!
I worked out the deliveries and sent them over so the buyers could raise them. I enjoyed doing this as again I haven't done it before!
After this I had a one-to-one with Amanda where she said she was very happy with the way I work and should keep going! I am so much happier at Primark and it is a great place to work!! You always have the feeling at a new job that you aren't doing to well or your not sure so it was good to be told!
This afternoon I a few admin jobs to do such as filing and tidying up some of the systems. This means changing a few descriptions on product so they look correct on the paper work and reporting.
To finish off my day I went back through my deliveries and made sure they were all booked in and coming in at the right time.
Keep reading!!
Day 23 tomorrow...
I came in and wanted to start on the glasses line projection and get that sorted for Amanda this morning. I thought I had completed what I thought was right so showed her. She was happy with most of it but some of it she changed a little, which I totally agree with as this is the first time I have done so!!
I worked out the deliveries and sent them over so the buyers could raise them. I enjoyed doing this as again I haven't done it before!
After this I had a one-to-one with Amanda where she said she was very happy with the way I work and should keep going! I am so much happier at Primark and it is a great place to work!! You always have the feeling at a new job that you aren't doing to well or your not sure so it was good to be told!
This afternoon I a few admin jobs to do such as filing and tidying up some of the systems. This means changing a few descriptions on product so they look correct on the paper work and reporting.
To finish off my day I went back through my deliveries and made sure they were all booked in and coming in at the right time.
Keep reading!!
Day 23 tomorrow...
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