Merchandiser - 12 month fixed term

Seasalt; England; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

34 days of paid leave

Relocation allowance

Employee discounts

Private medical

Pension

Life assurance

Flexible working

Training opportunities

Job summary

Seasalt is seeking a Merchandiser for a 12-month fixed-term contract to manage product trading and analyze data to guide range content. This role offers the flexibility of remote work across the UK, with opportunities for professional growth and a competitive salary.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Merchandiser or Junior Merchandiser.
• Fashion retail experience preferred.
• Experience in range building and planning.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Senior Product Merchandise Manager on budgets and forecasts.
• Maintain a departmental Range Plan aligned with forecasts.
• Review product performance and adapt future ranges.

Skills

Analytical skills

Commercial awareness

Leadership experience

Effective communication

Problem-solving skills

Job description

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At Seasalt, we live and breathe our product and are proud of the exceptional quality and level of care we take in design and sourcing, delivering beautiful garments loved by our customers. Based on the Cornish coast, we're a multi-channel lifestyle brand with over 75 shops across the UK, Ireland & USA, over 400 wholesale stockists, and a growing online business.

As a Merchandiser within our Product Merchandising team, you'll work collaboratively to deliver a balanced, commercial, and profitable range aligned with Seasalt's brand vision, strengthening our market position and proposing new opportunities.

This role involves managing product trading requirements to maintain appropriate stock levels across categories, maximizing product margin, and analyzing data to guide range content. Please note, this is a 12-month fixed-term contract.

This position is preferably Cornwall-based but also available remotely across the UK with monthly travel to our Cornwall Head Office. A 5% relocation allowance is available for candidates moving from outside Cornwall.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Work with the Senior Product Merchandise Manager to ensure seasonal and departmental budgets/forecasts are well planned and analyzed.
2. Define clear option strategies aligned with targets.
3. Maintain a departmental/category Range Plan reflecting buy levels across all channels, aligned with budgets/forecasts.
4. Coordinate with Buying and Design for product reviews and sign-offs across trading channels.
5. Oversee range development to ensure it reflects Seasalt’s strategy, with no gaps or duplication.
6. Plan historical bestsellers and styles, ensuring range freshness and attribute analysis during build.
7. Reflect business strategies in your product area and guide your team accordingly.
8. Review product performance and adapt future ranges based on insights.
9. Support coaching and building a responsive, skilled merchandising team.

Desired Skills and Experience:

1. Previous experience as a Merchandiser or Junior Merchandiser, especially in planning product ranges.
2. Fashion retail experience preferred.
3. Experience in range building, planning, and trading.
4. Strong analytical skills and commercial awareness, with a passion for product.
5. Leadership experience in motivating teams to achieve results.
6. Excellent planning, strategy development, and reporting skills.
7. Effective communication and collaboration capabilities.
8. Problem-solving skills with a solution-oriented mindset.
9. Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Why Work With Us:

Seasalt values its team’s skills and dedication. We support professional growth and personal development, offering benefits such as a competitive salary (£40,000 - £45,000), 34 days of paid leave, relocation allowance, employee discounts, private medical, pension, life assurance, flexible working, training opportunities, and more.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. For adjustments or inquiries, contact us at [email protected]

Closing date: 5th June

Apply now to join our vibrant team and help shape the future of Seasalt!