Junior Merchandiser

Karen Millen; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a commercially savvy Junior Merchandiser to join their dynamic team. This exciting role involves taking ownership of a product area, driving sales performance, and collaborating with talented Buying and Merchandising teams. You'll influence trading decisions, maximize sales, and build on the brand's premium reputation. Join a supportive environment focused on development and progression, where your insights will directly impact the business's success. If you're passionate about fashion and eager to make a mark, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical capabilities with a focus on performance and profitability.
• Ability to drive sales through effective trading decisions.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage your department with a focus on trading performance.
• Lead trading meetings and present updates to senior leadership.
• Mentor junior team members and support cross-functional collaboration.

Skills

Advanced Excel skills

Numerical analysis

Commercial awareness

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Job description

We’re Karen Millen. Since 1981 we’ve been a household name and trusted brand. We’re known for elevated style and our reputation for fabric, finish, quality, and detail speaks for itself.Our love for fashion revolves around long-lasting, luxurious designs that can effortlessly slip into an established wardrobe at an attainable price point.

We’re looking for a commercially savvy and confident Junior Merchandiser to join our dynamic team at Karen Millen. This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of a product area, drive sales performance, and work collaboratively with our talented Buying and Merchandising teams.

In this role, you’ll have a key influence on trading decisions and will regularly present to senior leadership. With our fast-paced test-and-repeat model, you’ll be empowered to respond quickly to trends, maximising sales and profit while building on the strength of our premium fashion brand.

Responsibilities:

• Planning, trading, and managing your own department with a strong focus on performance and profitability.
• Driving the test and repeat model through daily and weekly sales analysis and trading actions.
• Leading departmental trading meetings and presenting performance updates to the Senior Leadership Team.
• Managing WSSI including accurate forecasting of demand, OTB, returns, AVSP, and margin.
• Owning the critical path and taking swift action on risks or issues.
• Reviewing product group performance, initiating rebuys, markdowns, or exit strategies as needed.
• Mentoring and coaching junior team members while contributing to cross-functional collaboration.
• Identifying and implementing improvements in reporting tools and trading packs.
• Supporting the Buying and Design teams while maintaining strong supplier relationships.
• Actively contributing to the strategic and commercial direction of your department and the wider business.

About You

• Advanced Excel skills with strong numerical and analytical capabilities.
• Demonstrated commercial awareness and an understanding of fashion trends that drive customer behaviour.
• Highly organised with excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proactive, adaptable, and collaborative — someone who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• A positive, passionate, and enthusiastic team player who acts as a true brand ambassador.
• Committed to continuous learning and supporting business-wide initiatives beyond your core role.

Why Join Us?

At Karen Millen, you’ll join a passionate team of fashion professionals dedicated to delivering premium, trend-led collections with uncompromising quality. As a Junior Merchandiser, your insights and decisions will make a direct impact on the business, helping to shape our success story.

We offer a supportive environment where development and progression are part of our culture. This is your chance to take the next step in your merchandising career at a brand with bold ambition and strong identity.

Ready to make your mark?
Apply now to become a key part of the Karen Millen journey.