Junior Merchandiser

WarnerMedia; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A global entertainment company in the United Kingdom is seeking a Junior Merchandiser to join their Merchandising team. This role involves managing stock and merchandising strategies, collaborating across various teams to drive profitability, and supporting team development. Ideal candidates should have strong communication skills and previous experience in merchandising. The position is onsite, requiring presence at the workplace.

Benefits

Career-defining opportunities

Thoughtfully curated benefits

Qualifications

• Able to maintain excellent working relationships.
• Previous experience at Assistant Merchandiser level or similar.

Responsibilities

• Manage stock and merchandising strategies to maximise profitability.
• Work closely with Buying, Product Development, Logistics and e-commerce teams.
• Negotiate with suppliers and ensure cost-effective stock movement.
• Monitor sales trends and optimise product ranges.
• Oversee intake plans and maintain accurate inventory.
• Support and train team members and contribute to business reviews.

Skills

Good communication skills

High level of analytic ability

Computer-literate, advanced Microsoft Office skills

Ability to influence and present ideas

Education

A-level (or significant vocational experience)

Tools

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 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 e‑commerce 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 maximise sales and margin through effective management of stock. You’ll help drive the business forward by collaborating 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 maximise profitability.

Collaborate Across Teams: Work closely with Buying, Product Development, Logistics and e‑commerce 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 optimise 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, deputise for the 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 an advanced level (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 essential to business needs and with reasonable notice.

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 activities. 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 on how to submit your request.