Merchandiser

FASHION PERSONNEL; London; On-site; GBP 28,000; Part time

Job summary

A charity based in Victoria is seeking a part-time merchandising manager for a 12-month maternity cover. This role offers flexibility and the chance to make a meaningful impact while overseeing product planning and liaising with suppliers. Ideal for experienced merchandisers or strong juniors ready to step up, this position emphasizes autonomy and collaboration within a supportive team.

Benefits

30 days' holiday + bank holidays (Pro Rata)

Up to 8% employer pension contribution

Flexible hours (7am-7pm working window)

Group life insurance

Wellbeing & employee assistance programme

Free health assessments

TOIL (Time off in lieu)

Season ticket loan & cycle to work scheme

Access to Perkbox benefits & retail discounts

Qualifications

• Experienced merchandisers or strong junior merchandisers.
• Confident planners with excellent communication skills.
• Ideally someone with charity, retail, or product experience.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing product planning and forecasting.
• Liaising with suppliers for ordering merchandise.
• Shaping regional strategies across 11 UK offices.

Skills

Communication

Planning

Teamwork

Proactivity

Job description

Do you want to work for a meaningful cause and be part of a passionate, people-first team? Our client is looking for a merchandising manager to join their team on a part-time, 12-month maternity cover contract. The charity supports with financial support where needed. With a national presence and a base in Victoria, this is a rare opportunity to bring your merchandising experience to a charity that truly changes lives.

This is a standalone role in a small and supportive team. While the job title includes "buying," this is fundamentally a merchandising position, ideal for a confident merchandiser or a strong junior ready to step up.

You'll be responsible for:

- Overseeing product planning and forecasting

- Liaising with suppliers for ordering merchandise

- Shaping regional strategies across 11 UK offices

- Working cross-functionally with finance, marketing, and comms teams

- Occasionally attending and helping with events (e.g., setting up stands)

You'll report into the Director of Communications and will have full autonomy over merchandising decisions. There are no direct reports.

We're Looking For

- Experienced merchandisers (or strong junior merchandisers)

- Confident planners with excellent communication skills

- Team players who are happy to roll up their sleeves and pitch in

- Someone proactive and hands-on - this is a small, collaborative environment

- Ideally someone with charity, retail, or product experience

What Makes This Role Special

- Flexibility: Design your working hours around your lifestyle - looking for 21 hours per week

- Friendly culture: A collaborative and welcoming team from all walks of life

- Impact: Play a part in a charity that directly supports members of the armed forces

- Autonomy: This is your domain - you'll shape and lead merchandising strategy

Package

- £27,500 for 21 hour week

- 30 days' holiday + bank holidays (Pro Rata)

- Up to 8% employer pension contribution

- Hybrid working (1 day/week in-office)

- Flexible hours (7am-7pm working window)

- Group life insurance

- Wellbeing & employee assistance programme

- Free health assessments

- TOIL (Time off in lieu)

- Season ticket loan & cycle to work scheme

- Annual pay review

- Access to Perkbox benefits & retail discounts

- Annual leave purchase scheme

Interested and available to start soon? This is a brilliant opportunity to step into a flexible, impactful role with a cause that matters. If you're passionate about merchandising and want a role that offers more than just a desk job, we'd love to hear from you.