Junior Merchandiser

Warner Media, LLC.; Abbots Langley; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading entertainment company is seeking a Junior Merchandiser to manage stock and drive sales within the Merchandising team. This role involves collaboration with different teams, supplier negotiations, and thorough analysis of market trends to maximize profitability. Ideal candidates will have strong analytical skills and experience in merchandising. The position is onsite in Abbots Langley, UK.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills essential for data and trend analysis.
• Must be highly computer literate, especially in Microsoft Excel.
• Prior experience in merchandising or a related assistant role.

Responsibilities

• Manage stock and merchandising strategies to maximize profitability.
• Collaborate with various teams to ensure timely deliveries.
• Negotiate with suppliers for cost-effective stock movement.
• Analyze sales and market trends to forecast demand.
• Oversee inventory planning and markdown strategies.
• Support and train team members as needed.

Skills

Good communication skills

Ability to maintain excellent working relationships

High level of analytic ability

Microsoft Office skills (Excel)

Microsoft Dynamics experience

Ability to influence and present ideas

Educated to a minimum of A-level

Previous experience at Assistant Merchandiser level or similar

Education

A-level or significant vocational experience

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Dynamics

Job description

Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery… the stuff dreams are made of.

Who We Are…

When we say, “the stuff dreams are made of,” we’re not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD’s vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what’s next…

From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.

Your New Role…

An exciting position has opened with the Merchandising team at Warner Bros. Studio Tour - The Making of Harry Potter.

The Merchandising team plays a critical role in supporting what is a large global omnichannel business, helping to bring the magic alive across all Warner Bros Studio Tour locations in the UK, Japan and North America, including the Studio Tour, Platform 9¾ stores and our Ecommerce operations at our online Harry Potter Shop www.harrypottershop.co.uk.

As Junior Merchandiser you will take ownership for a major category line, working in conjunction with the Senior Manager, Merchandising to maximize sales and margin through effective management of stock. You’ll help drive the business forward working in conjunction with the Buying team using strategy, insight, planning and reviewing product and store performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive Sales & Margin: Manage stock and merchandising strategies to maximize profitability.
• Collaborate Across Teams: Work closely with Buying, Product Development, Logistics, and Ecommerce teams to ensure smooth operations and timely deliveries.
• Supplier Management: Negotiate with suppliers, maintain relationships, and ensure cost‑effective stock movement.
• Data & Trend Analysis: Monitor sales, market trends, and competitor activity to forecast demand and optimize product ranges.
• Stock Control & Planning: Oversee intake plans, purchase orders, availability targets, and markdown strategies to maintain accurate inventory.
• Leadership & Development: Support and train team members, deputize for Senior Manager, and contribute to range planning and business reviews.

Skills & Knowledge Required

• Good communication skills
• Able to maintain excellent working relationships.
• High level of analytic ability
• Highly computer literate, Microsoft Office skills at advanced level is a must‑have, particularly with Excel.
• Microsoft Dynamics experience desirable but not essential.
• Ability to influence and present ideas in a positive professional manner.
• Educated to a minimum of A-level (or significant vocational experience).
• Previous experience at Assistant Merchandiser level or similar

Onsite Working – This role is advertised as Onsite, meaning all working hours and days (regardless of shift pattern) will be carried out at the place of work. Subject to any applicable laws, WBD / your Line Manager reserves the right to change this working agreement, where this is essential to business needs and upon reasonable notice to you.

How We Get Things Done…

This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/ along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.

Championing Inclusion at WBD

Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, regardless of sex, gender identity, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, disability or any other category protected by law.

If you’re a qualified candidate with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please visit our accessibility page for instructions to submit your request.