Junior Strategic Partnerships Merchandiser | Growth

River Island; Greater London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% staff discount

Retail Trust discounts

On-site gym, subsidised restaurant &‑c

Flexible working

Bonus scheme & private pension

Job summary

River Island, based at Head Office in Chelsea, London, seeks a Strategic Partnerships Junior Merchandiser to support partner strategy, drive merchandising performance, and ensure timely product delivery. The role collaborates with Buying, Account Management and wider teams to align with River Island brand and commercial goals.

You will contribute to planning, range development, and performance analysis while supporting junior teammates and maintaining strong cross-functional relationships.

Qualifications

• Experience in merchandising at assistant or junior level (min 18 months).
• Experience in omni-channel or wholesale is advantageous.
• Ability to mentor others and develop team performance.
• Strong data analysis and numerical skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration across teams.

Responsibilities

• Own the planning and trading for selected Strategic Partnership accounts or product categories.
• Support development and delivery of the Strategic Partnerships merchandising strategy.
• Grow sales and profit by driving trading performance and supporting planning.
• Analyse performance data to identify risks and opportunities and recommend actions.
• Work with Buying on seasonal range plans, intake, and stock management.
• Manage stock and partner commitments to meet trading objectives.
• Support department critical path to ensure timely product delivery.
• Produce and maintain sales reporting and commercial analysis.
• Build cross-functional relationships with Buying, Account Management, Supply Chain.
• Support implementation of company initiatives across Strategic Partnerships.
• Develop junior merchandising team members with direction and objectives.

Skills

Merchandising experience

Omni-channel experience

Strategic partnerships/Wholesale

Strong communication

Analytical & numerical skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal & collaboration

Organised with prioritisation

Coaching & development

Curious mindset

Job description

River Island, based at Head Office in Chelsea, London, seeks a Strategic Partnerships Junior Merchandiser to support partner strategy, drive merchandising performance, and ensure timely product delivery. The role collaborates with Buying, Account Management and wider teams to align with River Island brand and commercial goals.

You will contribute to planning, range development, and performance analysis while supporting junior teammates and maintaining strong cross-functional relationships.