Merchandiser - 12 Month FTC

WHSmith Careers; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working from home and office

4pm Friday finish

Flexible working

25 days holiday plus Birthday off

Job summary

WHSmith Europe is seeking a Merchandiser to manage range reviews and stock within open-to-buy limits. You will work cross-functionally to deliver market-leading range plans and analyse opportunities and risks.

The role requires strong analytical skills, negotiation ability, and a proactive approach to resource management. Enjoy hybrid working, a 4pm Friday finish, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Experience in range planning and stock management in a comparable environment.
• Highly analytical and numerate with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to negotiate and handle conflict while maintaining relationships.
• Ability to work cross-functionally with strong business acumen.

Responsibilities

• Manage the range review process and critical path from start to completion.
• Conduct range planning and various analyses to identify opportunities and risks.
• Oversee Exit, Quality of Stock and Recall management.
• Lead day-to-day Open to Buy management.
• Input into the creation of cost, quality and availability of stock targets.
• Monitor intake to sales and stock turn; report findings.
• Coordinate DC planning, intake and output with clear communication & relationship management.
• Manage range size within agreed parameters and option control.
• Produce Supplier Forecasts.

Skills

Range planning

Stock management

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Cross-functional collaboration

Job description

At WHSmith Europe our people are at the heart of everything we do. They are the ones that go the extra mile for our customers, the ones that enable our growth. . That’s why our Merchandisingteam is passionate about creating an environment where people can be creative and trailblazing to do their best work.

The Merchandiser will work cross functionally to deliver and manage the range review. Including option management and range analysis process whilst managing stock within agreed open to buy limits.

What you will be doing:

• Managing the range review process and critical path from start to completion
• Range Planning and other varied Analysis to identify opportunities and risks
• Exit, Quality of Stock and Recall management
• Day to day Open to Buy management
• Input into the creation of cost, quality and availability of stock targets
• Manage and report on intake to sales/return to sales and stock turn
• DC planning, intake and output with clear communication & relationship management
• Managing range size within agreed parameters and option control
• Supplier Forecasts

What we are looking for:

• Range planning and stock management experience in a comparable environment - essential
• Highly analytical and numerate with strong attention to detail with ability to use data and personal impact to influence
• Ability to negotiate, be resilient with ability to handle conflict whilst maintaining relationships
• Someone who takes an interest in longer term resource management (succession planning etc.) and is a strong role model across the Merchandising team
• An individual who can work cross-functionally to deliver results with strong business acumen

How we reward our teams:

• Hybrid Working Model from home and in the office
• 4pm Friday Finish
• Flexible Working
• 25 Days holiday, plus your Birthday off, plus Bank Holidays with an opportunity to buy extra days holiday
• Family Friendly Leave
• Company Pension scheme
• Annual Bonus based on company and personal performance
• Competitive Salary and Car Allowance
• Private Medical
• Cycle to work scheme
• Staff Discount Card for railway stores (subject to policy)

About us:

Celebrating over 230 years, we’re proud to have grown into a globally recognised brand present in over 30 countries – the air of familiarity people love and trust on their journey. As a diverse group of over 6,000 colleagues, we’re all on the same journey to a better business through our commitments to our planet, people and the communities we serve.

Our business operates from two key locations, In a vibrant area of London, close to Aldgate and Liverpool Street Station, while the other is located at Swindon's International Business Park, just off the M4 with excellent transport links and over 100 on-site parking spaces.

For WHSmith Europe, our mission is simple – to create value for our stakeholders by providing a platform for global brands across airports, hospitals, rail stations and other markets. Our operational environment is fast-paced and highly regulated, requiring exceptional standards of maintenance, compliance, health & safety and colleague welfare across every location.

We’re all about creating an inclusive and welcoming workplace where everyone can be themselves and do their best. No matter your background, age, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, race or ethnicity, marital status, religion, sex, sexual orientation or anything else that makes you, you—you’re welcome here.

We’re also open to flexible working where possible, so if that’s something you need, let’s chat. And if you need any adjustments during the selection process, just let our Talent Acquisition team know—we’re happy to help!