Junior Merchandiser

www.nationalmuseums.org.uk - Jobboard; London; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization is seeking a Junior Merchandiser to manage stock and analyze sales data. This full-time role involves working within a dynamic team to optimize inventory and drive commercial success. The position offers a hybrid working model and a range of benefits, including health insurance and career development opportunities.

Benefits

27 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Health & Dental Insurance from day one

Wellbeing support

Enhanced contributory pension scheme

Discounts in shops and cafes

Qualifications

• Experience in stock management/planning.
• Knowledge of sales analysis and forecasting.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Ensure adequate stock levels and manage inventory.
• Analyze data to identify risks and opportunities.
• Coach and develop the Assistant Merchandiser and Merchandise Assistant.

Skills

Sales analysis

Forecasting

Stock management

Team leadership

Communication

Job description

Junior Merchandiser

Do you have experience and knowledge of working in a stock management/planning environment, with experience of sales analysis and forecasting? Could you provide commercial analysis of suppliers, ranges, and products to identify risks and opportunities for our retail teams?

About us

The Science Museum Group (SMG) consists of five National museums, each with shops and online stores, with an annual turnover in excess of £5 million. SMG stocks a wide range of product categories including toys, homewares, apparel, and food.

We are now recruiting for a Junior Merchandiser to join on a permanent basis. This is a full-time role, working 35 hours per week, based at the Science Museum in London with hybrid working available.

About the role

As Junior Merchandiser, your role is to ensure that all sites have commercial ranges relevant to their customers and are adequately stocked to achieve the sales plan, while managing inventory within agreed stock targets.

You will analyse and interpret data and reports to provide commercial analysis of suppliers, ranges, products, and promotions, proposing recommendations to the team. You will review current trade and historical performance to identify risks and opportunities in future product ranges.

You will manage the Assistant Merchandiser and Merchandise Assistant, coaching and developing them, and ensuring they are delivering stock to stores in line with departmental plans. You will maintain awareness of product performance by channel and market, identifying risks and opportunities to maximize profit while minimizing terminal stocks, taking appropriate actions with relevant teams.

About you

Joining us, you will have experience and knowledge of working in a stock management/planning environment, with experience of sales analysis and forecasting. You will be able to deliver results and meet targets, considering commercial objectives.

Crucially, you will have good organizational skills, with the ability to meet deadlines and prioritize tasks, maintaining a high level of accuracy. You will work autonomously, using your initiative to think creatively and solve problems. You will motivate and encourage your team, using strong communication skills to build relationships and collaborate effectively.

Application process

View the Vacancy Information Pack listed under 'Attachments' on our website for more details about the role and application process, or click 'Apply Online' to submit your application.

What we offer

• Meaningful work supporting Inspiring Futures.
• Career growth with support for personal and professional development.
• Work/life balance with 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays and flexible policies.
• Health & Dental Insurance from day one.
• Wellbeing support, including an employee assistance programme and access to the Unmind app.
• Colleague networks for discussion, idea exchange, and community building.
• Enhanced contributory pension scheme.
• Interest-free loans for life events or home improvements.
• Discounts in our shops, cafes, free entry to exhibitions, and access to other museums in the NMDC network.

Open for All is one of our core values, emphasizing our commitment to diversity and inclusion, fostering a culture that values different backgrounds, skills, and experiences. We believe this makes us a stronger, more innovative organization capable of inspiring futures.