Junior Merchandiser

Debenhams Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent retail organization in the UK is seeking a Junior Merchandiser to manage a product category, driving sales and stock performance. The ideal candidate will have experience in a fast-paced retail environment, excellent analytical and organisational skills, and advanced knowledge of Excel. This role offers the chance to make a real impact and supports professional development in a values-driven company.

Benefits

Ongoing learning opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience as an Assistant Merchandiser in a fast-paced retail environment.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent organisational and time management abilities, with the confidence to work to tight deadlines.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Commercial awareness and good eye for fashion trends.
• Confident communicator and brand ambassador.

Responsibilities

• Manage your own product category, driving sales, profitability, and stock performance.
• Analyse trading performance, making decisions on rebuys, pricing, and stock levels.
• Forecast demand, margin, and stock cover.
• Lead test-and-repeat models to optimise trade.
• Prepare and present trading reports.
• Work closely with Buying, Design, QC, and suppliers.
• Mentor and support junior team members.
• Take a strategic approach to category growth.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Decision-making skills

Organisational skills

Time management

Advanced Excel skills

Commercial awareness

Communication skills

Job description

What you’ll do

As a Junior Merchandiser, you’ll:

• Manage your own product category, driving sales, profitability, and stock performance.
• Analyse and act on trading performance, making decisions on rebuys, pricing, and stock levels.
• Own the WSSI, forecasting demand, margin, and stock cover.
• Lead on test-and-repeat models to optimise trade.
• Prepare and present trading reports in weekly and monthly meetings.
• Work closely with Buying, Design, QC, and suppliers to deliver results.
• Mentor and support junior team members.
• Take a strategic approach to category growth, aligning with overall brand goals.

What we’re looking for

• Previous experience as an Assistant Merchandiser in a fast-paced retail environment.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent organisational and time management abilities, with the confidence to work to tight deadlines.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Commercial awareness, business acumen, and a good eye for fashion trends.
• A confident communicator and true brand ambassador.

Why join us?

Our values are at the heart of everything we do:

• Be Brave - Take risks, share ideas, and embrace change.
• Be Creative - Innovate, evolve, and always look for better ways of working.
• Be a Community - Collaborate, support others, and champion sustainability and ethical practice.

We’ll support your development through ongoing learning opportunities and give you the chance to make a real impact within a business that values passion, innovation, and community spirit.

If you’re ambitious, commercially driven, and ready to take the next step in your merchandising career, we’d love to hear from you!