Hybrid Merchandiser - Fashion Wholesale & Range Planning

Dobson Welch Recruitment Specialists; Bradford; Hybrid; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Dobson Welch Recruitment Specialists is seeking an experienced Merchandiser in the Bradford area to drive range planning, forecasting and stock management for a leading global fashion business. You will work cross-functionally with buying, design, sales and sourcing teams to maximise sales and protect margins.

The role focuses on seasonal planning, stock control and critical path execution, ensuring on-time delivery within budget while meeting customer requirements.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in merchandising within fashion/wholesale environments.
• Strong Excel and data-analysis capabilities.
• Commercial awareness with margin management understanding.
• Ability to forecast and plan stock across seasons.
• Experience collaborating with buying, design, sales and sourcing teams.

Responsibilities

• Build and manage seasonal range plans and sales forecasts.
• Monitor sales, stock and margin performance against budget.
• Own WSSI planning and stock forecasting processes.
• Coordinate intake, deliveries and critical path activities.
• Produce commercial reports and recommendations for decisions.
• Lead regular trade meetings and reforecasting sessions.
• Support wholesale customer requirements and delivery schedules.

Skills

Excel

Data analysis

Job description

Dobson Welch Recruitment Specialists is seeking an experienced Merchandiser in the Bradford area to drive range planning, forecasting and stock management for a leading global fashion business. You will work cross-functionally with buying, design, sales and sourcing teams to maximise sales and protect margins.

The role focuses on seasonal planning, stock control and critical path execution, ensuring on-time delivery within budget while meeting customer requirements.