Merchandiser in City of London

Job description

We are working with a fantastic High Street Retailer who are looking for a Merchandiser to join their team on a 12 month FTC .

This is a key role within the team, responsible for driving sales, maximising profit and leading trade across a diverse product offering.

Key responsibilities:

• Analyse, plan and forecast sales performance, identifying key opportunities and risks while putting forward action plans to optimise bestsellers and minimise poor performers.
• Take ownership of trading, ensuring stock levels are optimised and repeat orders are signed off as necessary.
• Manage the WSSI to meet agreed KPIs, controlling OTB effectively and maximising sales and margin opportunities.
• Oversee supplier management, understanding the supply chain and sourcing base to deliver commercial advantages.
• Partner with the Buying team to build profitable ranges, provide accurate reporting, and ensure margin and profit targets are achieved.
• Lead and support an Assistant Merchandiser and Merchandising Admin Assistant, providing coaching and guidance to develop their skills and ensure consistent delivery of key tasks.
• Deliver clear and engaging reporting to senior stakeholders, providing insight and recommendations to inform wider business decisions.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships across Buying, Retail, Logistics and Finance, ensuring alignment and collaboration across all functions.
• Forward forecast based on historical trading, ensuring continuity of flow lines and delivering a balanced range plan.

Our client is looking for someone who has:

• A strong background and experience of working within a Fashion / Retail business within merchandising.
• Exceptional planning and analytical skills, coupled with the drive to exceed expectations and be a natural strategic thinker.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel
• Excellent communication skills, being able to effectively communicate across the business.
• Have a positive “can-do” attitude, be decisive with a strong commercial awareness.

The role is hybrid with 3 days in the office and 2 days WFH.

This is a super opportunity to be part of a successful and growing business.

***Please note, only successful candidates will be contacted***

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

City of London

Type of Contract

Casual / Part Time Jobs

Published at

05-09-2025

Profession type

Retail

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English