Junior Merchandiser / Merchandiser (fixed term contract)

British gifting and stationery retailer; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading gifting brand is seeking a Merchandiser for a 10-month fixed-term contract in Greater London. You will be responsible for driving commercial success, analysing performance, and forecasting stock across key product categories. Ideal candidates have experience as an Assistant Merchandiser or Junior Merchandiser, possess strong analytical skills, and are well-organized team players. This role offers a competitive salary and the chance to join a supportive, creative team in a hybrid working environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• Current role as Assistant Merchandiser or Junior Merchandiser.
• Strong analytical skills and excellent attention to detail.
• Confident communicator and well-organised team player.

Responsibilities

• Build, plan and review product ranges across collections.
• Forecast sales and monitor performance against targets.
• Present financials and insights to senior leadership.
• Identify risks and opportunities to maximize sales and profit.
• Manage purchase orders and store replenishment.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Job description

Merchandiser – Gifting & Stationery | 10-Month FTC

We’re partnering with a well-known gifting and stationery brand to recruit a Merchandiser for a 10-month fixed-term contract, taking full ownership of a key product category.

Working closely with the Buyer, you’ll play a key role in driving commercial success — analysing performance, forecasting stock, and ensuring the ranges are both profitable and perfectly balanced between everyday and seasonal lines.

What you’ll be doing :

• Build, plan and review ranges across everyday and seasonal collections.
• Forecast sales and stock at line level and monitor performance against targets.
• Present financials and trading insights to senior leadership.
• Identify risks and opportunities to maximise sales and profit.
• Manage purchase orders, allocations and store replenishment.

About you :

• Currently working as an established Assistant Merchandiser or Junior Merchandiser ready for the next step.
• Strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Confident communicator and well‑organised team player.

What’s on offer :

• Competitive salary

Hybrid working

The chance to join a supportive, collaborative team within a creative and fast‑moving brand.

If you’re ready to take ownership and make an impact in a fun, design‑led environment — apply now with your CV!