Merchandiser

Zachary Daniels; Manchester; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Zachary Daniels is seeking a Merchandiser in Manchester to drive trading performance within a fast-growing online homewares brand. You will collaborate with Buying, Planning and the wider commercial team to maximise sales, profitability and product availability.

This role offers real ownership and visibility in a growing business. This is a hands-on, fast-paced environment where you will play a key role in stock planning, pricing strategies and reporting, with opportunities to progress as the

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Merchandiser or strong Junior Merchandiser ready for next step
• Advanced Excel skills
• Excellent organisational and prioritisation abilities

Responsibilities

• Managing intake, stock flow and availability across product categories to ensure right product in right place at the right time
• Building and maintaining accurate sales, stock and intake plans in line with commercial targets
• Analysing weekly and seasonal trade to identify opportunities and risks and recommending actions
• Working closely with Head of Merchandising and Buying to inform range planning and future strategy
• Managing markdown and promotional planning to optimise stock and margin
• Building strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure smooth end-to-end product flow
• Producing clear, accurate reporting to support trading decisions across the business

Skills

Advanced Excel

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Time management

Entrepreneurial mindset

Job description

Merchandiser | Fast-Growing Online Homewares Brand | Manchester

Location: Manchester (office-based

Reporting to: Head of Merchandising

About the Role:

We're partnering with a rapidly growing online homewares brand based in Manchester to find a talented Merchandiser to join their team.

This is a brilliant opportunity to join a business at an exciting stage of growth, working closely with a highly respected Head of Merchandising who is passionate about developing talent. The role offers genuine scope for progression as the business - and the team - continues to scale.

You'll be joining a fast-paced, hands‑on environment where no two days look the same. This role suits someone who thrives on pace, enjoys rolling their sleeves up, and wants real ownership and visibility within a growing brand.

The Role:

As Merchandiser, you'll play a key role in driving the trading performance of your category, working closely with Buying, Planning, and the wider commercial team to maximise sales and profitability.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Managing intake, stock flow and availability across your product categories, ensuring the right product is in the right place at the right time
• Building and maintaining accurate sales, stock and intake plans in line with commercial targets
• Analysing weekly and seasonal trade, identifying opportunities and risks, and recommending action
• Working closely with the Head of Merchandising and Buying team to inform range planning and future strategy
• Managing markdown and promotional planning to optimise stock and margin
• Building strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure smooth end-to-end product flow
• Producing clear, accurate reporting to support trading decisions across the business

About You:

• Proven experience as a Merchandiser (or strong experience as a Junior Merchandiser ready for the next step)
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and translate it into clear commercial actions
• Highly organised, with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities at pace
• A proactive, hands‑on approach - comfortable working in a fast-moving, entrepreneurial environment
• Confident communicator, able to build strong relationships across buying, planning and the wider business
• Advanced Excel skills

What's On Offer:

• The chance to join a fast-growing, ambitious homewares brand at an exciting point in its journey
• A genuinely supportive Head of Merchandising invested in your development
• Real progression opportunities as the team and business continue to scale
• A collaborative, fast-paced culture where your input has visible impact