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.