© Arcadia 2015 Graduate Opportunities at Arcadia

© Arcadia 2013 © Arcadia Its not only our products but our people who drive our success. Our graduate recruits are no exception to this. Whichever cornerstone of the business you join- Buying, Digital, Finance or Merchandising – you’ll be contributing from the start. We are always looking for talent and recruit for Buying, Digital and Merchandising all year round, whilst we recruit for our Finance programme three times a year. Overview of Graduate Opportunities

BUYING ROLE OVERVIEW

4 BUYING WHAT IS BUYING? Buying is all about sourcing and developing a collection that is commercial but brand appropriate. Buyer’s have the ability to spot a new trend a mile away and will work with suppliers to ensure the best products are available for customers, in-store and online, at the right time. Strong business element to this role as they will constantly be negotiating for the best deal so you will need a mix of creativity and commercial awareness. As a BAA you’ll be responsible for managing the Critical Path, managing the sample library, supporting the team administratively, conducting competitive shops and attending fit sessions. OPPORTUNTIES: Start as a Buyers Admin Assistant, progressing to: Assistant Buyers and Junior Buyers Buyers and Senior Buyers Buying Managers and Heads of Buying Buying Directors

MERCHANDISING ROLE OVERVIEW

6 MERCHANDISING WHAT IS MERCHANDISING? The right stock in the right place, at the right time in the right quantities and right colours Analyse sale figures to allocate stock, to avoid mark down, and maximise profit Spotting trends and backing best sellers and minimise risk on poor performing lines Working in “marriage” with Buying and Design, to select a commercial product at the best possible value. Intake and allocation of: - UK stores - Internet - International stores OPPORTUNTIES: Start as a Merchandising Admin Assistant, progressing to: Assistant Merchandiser and Junior Merchandiser Merchandiser and Senior Merchandisers Merchandising Managers & Heads of Merch Merchandising Directors

DIGITAL ROLE OVERVIEW

DIGITAL At Arcadia, each of our brands have a Digital team that are responsible for the trading aspects of their online business. This includes Design, Online Trading and Marketing for the UK and international markets across desktop, mobile and social channels. We look for candidates who understand how digital technology can drive consumer engagement Creativity and great attention to detail is key, along with a love of fashion to help you to bring out the best in our products.

FINANCE ROLE OVERVIEW

FINANCE At Arcadia, Finance is about much more than number crunching. Your findings have a direct impact on key decisions made throughout the business, developing strategy, direction and the future of Arcadia and all its brands. Our brand based teams guide what happens in our stores and online through budgeting, reporting and forecasting, whilst our Group teams oversee finances for the whole of Arcadia. Our 3 phase Exceed programme allows you to rotate between areas of Finance with different focuses – from Group, through to Buying and Merchandising and then Retail Finance. Plus, we’ll support you through your CIMA or ACCA qualification throughout the programme.

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