Senior Merchandiser

We're looking for a Senior Merchandiser to lead department-level planning and trading across store and online channels for this longstanding, fast-paced retailer.

What’s in it for you?

• Work hours: Monday to Thurday, 8am to 5pm and Friday 8am to 4pm
• Salary: £45,000 - £60,000
• 22 days holiday
• Access to a health cash plan scheme
• Contributory company pension scheme
• Retail discounts

Senior Merchandiser Responsibilities:

• Provide hands-on support for the Head of Merchandising and deputising when required
• Lead and mentor merchandisers and junior merchandisers, providing guidance and supporting their career development
• Collate and analyse season performance to inform strategy and highlight sales trends
• Collaborate with the buying team to develop WSSI plans, create effective strategies, and build balanced, commercial ranges
• Approve orders, ensuring they align with department and margin plans, and buying timelines, whilst highlighting potential risks to the Head of Merchandising
• Identify core product lines for in-store and e-commerce
• Establish pricing strategies for each product and department, ensuring they align with company's strategy and margin
• Support the Head of Merchandising with the build and management of WSSI for all channels
• Review store and web performance against plans, taking action to maximise sales and profit
• Share KPIs with the buying team, flagging risks to the Head of Merchandising
• Plan and review markdowns and promotional activity, ensuring all are in line with the company strategy
• Liaise with the e-commerce team on online promos and email features

Senior Merchandiser Skills and Experience:

• Experience as a Merchandiser/Senior Merchandiser, gained within an e-commerce or retail environment
• Solid knowledge of WSSI, OTB, and margin planning
• Commercial mindset and confident decision-making skills
• Strong analytical skills, with commercial acumen
• Team leadership experience with a collaborative approach
• Excellent communication skills, confident liaising at all levels