Merchandiser: Forecasting & Stock Optimization (Fixed-Term)

Hrgo-Recruitment; Crewe; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

HR GO Recruitment is seeking a commercially minded Merchandiser for a growing eCommerce business on a fixed-term contract until 30 April 2027. The role focuses on forecasting, stock optimisation and profitability improvements across product categories.

The successful candidate will develop plans, analyse performance and collaborate with Marketing, Product and Finance to deliver revenue growth and efficient stock handling.

Qualifications

• Experience in merchandising or planning roles.
• Experience in retail or eCommerce is a plus.
• Strong commercial awareness of sales, gross margin and profitability.
• Experience with demand forecasting and inventory optimisation.
• Excellent Excel skills and data analysis abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage sales, margin and stock forecasts across product categories.
• Analyse trading performance to identify opportunities to increase revenue and profitability.
• Create merchandise plans aligned with business objectives and budgets.
• Collaborate with Marketing and Trading on pricing, promotions and stock requirements.
• Oversee demand planning, replenishment and stock availability to meet customer demand.
• Monitor stock levels, turnover and aged inventory to minimise excess stock.
• Collaborate with Product teams on range development and lifecycle performance.
• Produce regular reports on sales, margins, stock and forecast accuracy.
• Work with Finance and Operations to optimise inventory investment and stock distribution.

Skills

Merchandising planning

Forecasting

Advanced Excel

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Stock management

Tools

Excel

Job description

HR GO Recruitment is seeking a commercially minded Merchandiser for a growing eCommerce business on a fixed-term contract until 30 April 2027. The role focuses on forecasting, stock optimisation and profitability improvements across product categories.

The successful candidate will develop plans, analyse performance and collaborate with Marketing, Product and Finance to deliver revenue growth and efficient stock handling.