Merchandiser – Womenswear – London

CVUK; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fashion retailer in London is seeking a talented Merchandiser to enhance their merchandising team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing stock, analyzing sales performance, and strategizing to drive commercial success. The ideal candidate has proven experience in fashion retail, strong analytical skills, and an understanding of market trends. This position offers generous staff discounts, career development opportunities, and a supportive working culture.

Benefits

Generous staff discount

Career development opportunities

Supportive working culture

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Merchandiser within fashion retail.
• Strong commercial awareness and a genuine passion for product.
• Excellent analytical and planning skills, with advanced Excel proficiency.
• Confident communicator with strong influencing skills.
• A proactive, organised, and detail-oriented approach.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving retail environment.

Responsibilities

• Analyse and report on sales and stock performance.
• Manage stock, intake, and markdowns to achieve targets.
• Build and maintain strong range plans.
• Maintain and update Weekly Sales, Stock & Intake (WSSI).
• Partner with Buyers to maximise intake margins.
• Monitor competitor activity and market trends.
• Identify bestsellers and maximise their performance.

Skills

Experience as a Merchandiser

Commercial awareness

Analytical skills

Advanced Excel proficiency

Strong communication skills

Organised and detail-oriented

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented Merchandiser to join a fast-growing fashion retailer at their London office. This is a fantastic chance to play a pivotal role within the merchandising team, ensuring stock is managed effectively to maximise sales, margin, and profitability across multiple channels.

As Merchandiser, you'll work closely with Buying, Planning, and other cross-functional teams to deliver commercially strong ranges, maintain optimal stock levels, and make strategic trading decisions that directly impact business growth.

Why This Merchandiser Role Stands Out

• Join a rapidly expanding retailer with multiple successful fashion brands.
• Work in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment with room for growth.
• Collaborate with Buying, Retail, Finance, and Logistics teams.
• Play a critical role in driving commercial and trading success.

Your Responsibilities as Merchandiser

• Analyse and report on sales and stock performance, highlighting risks and opportunities.
• Manage stock, intake, and markdowns to achieve sales and profit targets.
• Build and maintain strong range plans, ensuring the right mix of products across seasons.
• Maintain and update the Weekly Sales, Stock & Intake (WSSI) to agreed KPIs.
• Partner with Buyers to maximise intake margins and manage supplier performance.
• Monitor competitor activity and wider market trends to inform trading decisions.
• Identify bestsellers and ensure they are maximised across ranges and channels.

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience as a Merchandiser within fashion retail.
• Strong commercial awareness and a genuine passion for product.
• Excellent analytical and planning skills, with advanced Excel proficiency.
• Confident communicator with strong influencing skills.
• A proactive, organised, and detail-oriented approach.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving retail environment.

What's On Offer

• Generous staff discount across all brands.
• Career development opportunities within a growing retailer.
• Supportive and collaborative working culture.