Merchandiser

Michael Page (UK); Leeds; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A medium-sized company in the retail sector seeks a Merchandiser in Leeds to provide insights and control stock levels. The successful candidate will help implement pricing strategies and be part of a supportive environment. Competitive salary, free parking, and discounted products are on offer.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Free parking facilities

Generous staff discount

Permanent position in supportive team

Qualifications

• Experience in retail merchandising or related role.
• Strong analytical skills for interpreting sales data.
• Ability to identify and implement solutions.

Responsibilities

• Provide actionable insights to senior merchandiser and buying teams.
• Control and manage stock levels based on sales data.
• Recommend and implement markdown strategies.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Collaboration

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Proactive attitude

Tools

Merchandising software

Job description

• Progression Opportunities
• Close to transport & free parking

About Our Client

This opportunity is with a medium-sized company operating within the retail sector. The organisation is known for its commitment to quality products and customer satisfaction, offering a professional and supportive working environment.

Job Description

· Provide timely, actionable insights to the senior merchandiser and buying teams, ensuring data-driven decisions across the product lifecycle.

· Assist in budgeting by category and ensure option count and depth of buy are aligned with financial and strategic goals.

· Control and manage stock levels based on planned intake, sell-through, and seasonal product performance.

· Review forecasts regularly and adjust buying plans and stock allocations in response to real-time data and sales trends.

· Work closely with import managers and branch merchandisers to ensure smooth delivery and stock availability across channels.

· Analyse weekly sales, stock, and performance KPIs to identify risks and opportunities.

· Monitor best and worst sellers and make recommendations for rebuys, markdowns, or exit strategies.

· Contribute to weekly trading meetings, highlighting actionable insights and flagging issues with proposed solutions.

· Recommend and implement markdown strategies to clear aging stock while protecting brand value and margin targets.

· Track impact of markdowns and promotions to inform future planning and discount strategies.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Merchandiser should have:

• Experience in retail merchandising or a related role within the retail industry.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in interpreting sales data.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with internal teams and suppliers.
• A proactive attitude with the ability to identify and implement solutions to challenges.
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Adept at using relevant merchandising software and tools.

What's on Offer

• A competitive salary of £36,000-£44,000 per annum.
• Free parking facilities at the workplace.
• Generous staff discount on products.
• A permanent position within a professional and supportive team environment.

This Merchandiser role in Leeds offers a fantastic opportunity to grow within the retail industry. Apply now to take the next step in your career!