Merchandiser - Womenswear - Peterborough

CVUK; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fashion retailer is seeking a talented Merchandiser to join their team at the Peterborough Head Office. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in merchandising within fashion retail, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. This role involves managing stock and making strategic trading decisions to maximize sales and profitability across multiple channels. Competitive salary and generous staff discounts on offer.

Benefits

Salary of £45,000 - £55,000 DOE

Generous staff discount across all brands

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Merchandiser within fashion retail.
• Strong commercial awareness and passion for product.
• Excellent analytical and planning skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyse and report on sales and stock performance.
• Manage stock, intake, and markdowns to achieve targets.
• Partner with Buyers to maximise intake margins.

Skills

Commercial awareness

Analytical skills

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Organised approach

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented Merchandiser to join a fast-growing fashion retailer at their Peterborough Head 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

• Salary of £45,000 - £55,000 DOE.
• Office-based role at the Peterborough Head Office.
• Generous staff discount across all brands.
• Career development opportunities within a growing retailer.
• Supportive and collaborative working culture.