Merchandiser

HR GO Group; Crewe; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

HR GO Recruitment is seeking a commercially minded Merchandiser to join a growing eCommerce business on a fixed-term contract in Crewe, offering a salary of £40,000–£45,000 per year (pro rata). The role focuses on forecasting, stock management and profitability, with opportunities to collaborate across Marketing, Product and Finance teams.

The contract runs until 30 April 2027, with expectations to manage inventory investment and deliver data-driven commercial decisions.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in merchandising, merchandise planning or a similar commercial planning role.
• Excellent Excel skills and the ability to analyse large datasets.
• Strong commercial awareness with understanding of sales, margins and profitability.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage sales, margin and stock forecasts across product categories.
• Analyse trading performance to identify opportunities to increase revenue and profitability.
• Create merchandise plans aligned with business objectives and budgets.
• Work with Marketing and Trading teams on pricing, promotions and stock requirements.
• Oversee demand planning, replenishment and stock availability.

Skills

Merchandising

Excel

Data analysis

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Forecasting

Job description

Merchandiser

Job Reference: FJ-ktkxv

Retail Crewe, Cheshire £40000 - £45000 per annum Permanent

Merchandiser

Location: Crewe

Salary: £40,000-45,000 per annum (pro rata)

Contract: Fixed term until 30 April 2027

HR GO Recruitment is recruiting for a commercially minded Merchandiser to join a growing eCommerce business on a fixed-term contract. This is an excellent opportunity for an analytical individual to help drive sales, improve profitability and optimise stock investment.

The Role

• Develop and manage sales, margin and stock forecasts across product categories.
• Analyse trading performance to identify opportunities to increase revenue and profitability.
• Create merchandise plans aligned with business objectives and budgets.
• Work with Marketing and Trading teams on pricing, promotions and stock requirements.
• Oversee demand planning, replenishment and stock availability, ensuring inventory meets customer demand.
• Monitor stock levels, turnover and aged inventory to minimise excess stock and protect availability.
• Manage and support an Inventory Planner, setting priorities for stock requirements and replenishment.
• Collaborate with Product teams on range development, new product launches and lifecycle performance.
• Produce regular reports on sales, margins, stock performance and forecast accuracy.
• Work with Finance and Operations to improve inventory investment, working capital and stock distribution.

The Candidate

• Previous experience in merchandising, merchandise planning or a similar commercial planning role.
• Ideally experienced within a retail or eCommerce environment.
• Strong commercial awareness, with a good understanding of sales, gross margin and profitability.
• Experience in demand forecasting, stock management and inventory optimisation.
• Advanced Excel skills and confidence analysing large datasets.
• Ability to interpret data and turn insights into practical commercial decisions.
• Excellent communication, organisation and problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable working collaboratively across Product, Marketing, Finance and Operations.
• Experience managing or mentoring team members would be advantageous.
• A proactive approach, with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and changing environment.

For further information, please contact Sophie on 0151 439 3056 or email [e-mail]

Contact us:

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• Call: 01233 722 401