Assistant Merchandiser

Cotswold Outdoor Group; England; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading outdoor retailer in England is seeking an Assistant Merchandiser to manage category calendars and assist with product planning. The role requires experience in merchandising, strong analytical skills, and effective communication. The position offers a starting salary of £27,000 – £31,000, hybrid working options, and extensive employee benefits including generous discounts and holiday days.

Benefits

Starting salary of £27,000 – £31,000

Yearly bonus of up to £1,500

33 days holiday

Staff discounts of 40-60%

Savings on everyday essentials through perks hub

Qualifications

• Experience as an Assistant Merchandiser is essential.
• Ability to turn data into meaningful insights.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the intake calendar for the category.
• Assist with range planning and participate in trade reviews.
• Oversee a small category or project to ensure product availability.
• Collaborate with Allocators for timely deliveries.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Effective communication

Proactive mindset

Detail-oriented

Commercial awareness

Job description

Overview

At Cotswold Outdoor Group, the outdoors isn’t just where we work, it’s who we are. Every day, our head office teams play a vital role in helping people get outside, explore more, and experience the world around them. We’re looking for an Assistant Merchandiser to join us on that journey. This role is about more than just day-to-day responsibilities; it’s about shaping how we inspire our customers, support our stores, and grow our community of adventurers.

About Us: We believe life’s better when it’s lived outdoors. From hiking and wild swimming to simply stepping away from the screen, nature helps us feel alive. At our head office, every role helps make those adventures possible. Whether it’s shaping our systems, supporting our teams or driving key initiatives, you’ll play a vital part in helping people get outside and explore more. We’re part of the Cotswold Outdoor Group, including Runners Need and Snow + Rock, offering trusted brands, expert advice, and a commitment to protecting the planet. Whether it’s your first step or your next move, you’ll find opportunities to learn, grow, and be part of something bigger.

Responsibilities

• Managing the intake calendar for the category and keeping the order book on track
• Helping with range planning and taking part in monthly trade reviews
• Taking charge of a small category or project, making sure the right products are available when customers need them
• Working closely with Allocators to keep things running smoothly and ensure deliveries are on time

Qualifications

• You bring experience as an Assistant Merchandiser
• Analytical thinking comes naturally, and you know how to turn data into meaningful insights
• Leading and communicating effectively are strengths you take pride in
• You’re proactive, detail-oriented and commercially savvy

What’s in it for you?

• Starting salary of £27,000 – £31,000 with a yearly bonus of up to £1,500
• Hybrid working options to support your work-life balance
• 33 days holiday allowing you to recharge and explore the outdoors
• Staff discounts of 40-60% across our full range of outdoor brands
• Savings on everyday essentials including groceries, travel, fitness, and entertainment through our perks hub

Applications from all genders and backgrounds are encouraged. We welcome applications from all genders, backgrounds, and experiences. Diverse teams make us stronger, helping us learn, grow, and create a place where everyone belongs.

We want to hear your voice so encourage you to write your own application and use AI tools sparingly. We’re looking for honesty, authenticity, and a real sense of who you are. Applications that feel generic or AI-generated may not stand out.

This advert may close early if we receive a high number of applications, so don’t wait too long to apply.