Hiba Rasool
About Hiba Rasool
Hiba Rasool is an Assistant Merchandiser with extensive experience in managing the Accessories division, focusing on stock availability and supplier relations. She has worked at Signet for nine years, previously holding roles as an Allocator and Senior Allocator, and holds a Bachelor's degree in Economics and Politics from the University of Essex.
Current Role as Assistant Merchandiser
Hiba Rasool serves as an Assistant Merchandiser, a position she has held since 2015. In this role, she exclusively manages the Accessories division, overseeing monthly forecasting and ensuring stock availability through effective communication with suppliers and warehouses. Rasool is responsible for planning divisional and class sales, proposing phasing strategies for the Accessories division, and updating the Weekly Sales and Stock Intake (WSSI) report on a weekly basis. Her role requires a detailed understanding of inventory management and market trends.
Previous Experience at Signet Jewelers
Prior to her current role, Hiba Rasool worked at Signet Jewelers in various capacities. She served as an Allocator from 2012 to 2014 in London, United Kingdom, where she gained foundational experience in stock allocation. She then advanced to the position of Senior Allocator from 2014 to 2015, further developing her skills in inventory management. Her tenure at Signet has provided her with extensive knowledge of the retail jewelry sector.
Education and Expertise
Hiba Rasool holds a Bachelor's degree in Economics and Politics from the University of Essex, where she studied from 2003 to 2006. This educational background has equipped her with analytical skills and a solid understanding of market dynamics, which she applies in her current role in merchandising. Her expertise is further demonstrated by her nomination as an expert user for the Line Forecasting system, where she has trained new merchandisers and allocators.
Stock Management and Supplier Relations
In her current role, Hiba Rasool individually allocates stock levels for over 300 stores and conducts regular store visits with the buying counterpart to maintain team dynamics. She also manages space planning for these stores, including planning the matrix and analyzing test stores for store relays. Additionally, she creates supplier performance reports and participates in supplier meetings alongside the buyer and merchandiser, ensuring effective communication and collaboration within the supply chain.