Read more
Buying, merchandising and the supply chain are inextricably linked. Product merchandisers play a key role within retail, as profits can be affected by how successfully they undertake their work. Merchandisers set prices to maximise profits and manage the performance of ranges, planning promotions and mark-downs as necessary. They also oversee delivery and distribution of stock and deal with suppliers. Their connection with and understanding of the supply chain is vital. Supported by theories, explanations and real-life examples, Managing the Retail Supply Chain looks at concepts and core themes that run across all sectors.
Many businesses use a one-size-fits-all solution for any issues which arise, leading to big problems. Managing the Retail Supply Chain presents numerous examples of different business models adopted by a variety of companies. Covering basic principles of retail supply chain, KPIs, merchandise planning and demand planning as well as omnichannel, vertical integration, on-shelf availability and e-commerce, Managing the Retail Supply Chain is an essential guide for anyone involved in or studying retail supply chains and merchandising.
List of contents
- Section - 01: Introduction;
- Section - 02: Foundations of retail and supply chain and merchandising;
- Section - 03: Merchandise planning;
- Section - 04: Branch merchandising;
- Section - 05: Buying and sourcing;
- Section - 06: Logistics;
- Section - 07: Finance;
- Section - 08: Omni-channel retailing;
- Section - 09: Tools, reports and documents;
- Section - 10: Technology;
- Section - 11: Roles within supply chain and merchandising;
- Section - 12: Vertical integration and manufacturing;
- Section - 13: The fashion industry;
- Section - 14: Supermarket and food retail;
- Section - 15: Electronics retailing;
- Section - 16: Big ticket retailing;
- Section - 17: SME retail;
- Section - 18: Troubleshooting common issues in supply chain and merchandising;
- Section - 19: The future for supply chain and merchandising in retail;
About the author
James Topps has worked in retail supply chain for Kraft (Formerly Cadbury), Ted Baker and Morrison's. He currently heads up the merchandise planning (formerly supply chain) for Maplin Electronics, Rotherham.
Glenn Taylor is currently Merchandise Planning Director at Maplin Electronics. He has been Merchandise and Supply Chain Director in companies such as Dreams, B&Q and BonMarche, developing best practice through periods of expansion and growth for business on and offline, in the UK and overseas.
Report
"This is a highly informative insight into the practicalities of running a commercial function within a retail organization. I wholeheartedly recommend it to anybody seeking a career in supply chain or merchandising." Matt Finch, CEO, Northwood Initiatives
