Merchandiser (12-Month FTC) – Fast-Fashion Growth

Prettylittlething; Manchester; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive bonus scheme

On-site gym

Discount across all brands

Wellbeing package

Learning and development

Job summary

PrettyLittleThing, part of Debenhams Group, is seeking a Merchandiser on a 12-month fixed-term contract. You will drive sales and profit across your category, lead the commercial strategy, manage stock levels, and guide a merchandising team in a fast-paced, fashion-forward environment.

You will work closely with Buying, Design, Supply Chain and Marketing to maximise revenue opportunities across key territories, delivering trend-led propositions quickly.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Assistant Merchandiser or Merchandiser within an e-commerce or fast-fashion retail environment.
• Strong technical mastery of WSSI forecasting, OTB management, critical path management, and commercial trade reporting.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and analytical acumen for turning complex data into actionable trade insights.
• A team player with a strong collaborative mindset and a pro-active attitude.
• Ability to work independently, manage own time effectively, and adapt in a dynamic environment.
• A genuine interest in fashion and retail.

Responsibilities

• Planning & Strategy: Develop and execute seasonal department strategy, range plans, and financial budgets in alignment with business KPIs.
• WSSI Management: Maintain and re-forecast the Weekly Sales, Stock, and Intake (WSSI) plan to control stock depth, open-to-buy (OTB), margin, and terminal stock targets.
• Trade Analysis & Action: Analyse weekly trading performance, identify key risks and opportunities, and implement promotional strategies, markdowns, or rebuys to drive profitable growth.
• Rebuys & Line Cards: Manage repeat order flows and line-card performance to ensure maximum stock availability on high-performing lines and core continuities.
• Critical Path & Intake Management: Oversee critical path tracking from purchase order issuance to warehouse delivery, collaborating closely with sourcing and logistics teams.
• Stock Management: Optimise stock allocation, warehouse cover, and replenishment strategies to minimise aged stock and maximise stock turn.
• Team Leadership: Directly line manage, coach, and develop Assistant Merchandisers and Merchandising Admin Assistants (MAAs) to foster high talent retention and capability.

Skills

Merchandising

WSSI forecasting

OTB management

Critical path management

Excel proficiency

Trade analysis

Team leadership

Independent working

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

PrettyLittleThing, part of Debenhams Group, is seeking a Merchandiser on a 12-month fixed-term contract. You will drive sales and profit across your category, lead the commercial strategy, manage stock levels, and guide a merchandising team in a fast-paced, fashion-forward environment.

You will work closely with Buying, Design, Supply Chain and Marketing to maximise revenue opportunities across key territories, delivering trend-led propositions quickly.