Merchandiser (Retail)

Are you a commercially‑focused retail Merchandiser with a passion for delivering the right product at the right time? As Merchandiser, you’ll play a key role in planning, trading and shaping future ranges across a multi‑channel retail business. You’ll help to ensure sales and margin budgets while effectively managing stock levels in line with business targets. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to take the next step in their merchandising career and make a tangible difference within a growing organisation. Merchandiser : Retail – The Job Outline * Raise PO’s in timely manner for both Seasonal and Never Out of Stock lines. * Accurate forward‑forecasting of intake and OTB to deliver sales & margin targets, highlighting any potential risk or opportunities * Ensure timely production planning to secure capacity and achieve on‑time deliveries * In‑season trading: analysing performance, highlighting best/worst sellers & proposing action * Maintain WSSI, stock integrity, critical paths and internal documentation * Manage supplier relationships and ensuring goods arrive on time and in full * Oversee branch distribution planning with the Retail team * Check and process supplier invoices & packing lists * Support senior management with process improvement initiatives * Monitoring competitor activity to influence strategy and decision‑making Merchandiser : Retail – Required Skills & Experience * At least 3 years’ experience as a Junior Merchandiser/ or Merchandiser in a retail branded business * Commercial awareness and a proactive, results‑driven approach * Strong intermediate IT skills, especially Microsoft Office * Excellent communication, organisational and time‑management skills * High attention to detail, numeracy and the ability to work using your own initiative * Decisive, influential and able to build strong relationships all levels, internal & external. * Team player with a flexible, positive approach. * Ability to travel if required