Merchandiser

Job description

We are partnering with a renowned heritage brand, looking for an experienced Merchandiser to join a fast-paced, multi-channel retail business on a 12-month maternity cover contract.

The ideal candidate will come from a high-street or volume retail environment, ideally within fashion, and will be commercially focused, analytical and confident managing a multi-channel product range.

The Role

• Own and manage the merchandising strategy across multiple channels
• Drive sales, margin, stock and availability to maximise commercial performance
• Build and manage WSSI, sales and stock forecasts
• Analyse weekly trading performance and identify opportunities and risks
• Manage intake, OTB and stock flow in line with the trading strategy
• Work closely with Buying, Ecommerce, Marketing and Supply Chain teams
• Monitor product performance and make recommendations around markdowns, replenishment and stock management
• Present regular trading updates and provide clear commercial insight to the wider business

About You

• Proven experience as a Merchandiser within a high-street, volume or multi-channel retailer
• Fashion experience strongly preferred
• Strong understanding of WSSI, forecasting, OTB and stock management
• Highly analytical with strong commercial awareness
• Confident working across multiple sales channels, including ecommerce
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, trading-focused environment
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Strong Excel skills and a data-driven approach
• Available to commit to a 12-month maternity cover contract

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

London Area

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

20-08-2026

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