Merchandising Assistant - Giftware

Harding Retail; Bristol; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Bonus potential

26 days holiday

Healthcare and pension

Retail at sea

Job summary

Harding+ is seeking a Merchandising Assistant in our Giftware category to turn stock and sales data into smart, commercial decisions that move products onto ships at the right time.

You'll work hybrid from Avonmouth, Bristol, collaborating with Buying teams, Area Managers and shipboard colleagues to keep stock flowing and opportunities visible.

Qualifications

• Interest in analysing data and identifying patterns to drive decisions.
• Keen eye for detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Confidence building relationships across teams and with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Analysing stock and sales data to inform smart commercial decisions.
• Collaborate with Buying teams, Area Managers and shipboard colleagues.
• Keep stock moving seamlessly across a global, fast-moving retail environment.

Skills

Data analysis

Stock management

Communication

Merchandising

Logistics

Analytical thinking

Tools

Excel

Data tools

Job description

Have you ever thought about what it takes to keep a global retail operation running smoothly across multiple ships, destinations, and constantly moving stock?

At Harding+ thisisn’tjust merchandising.It’sabout making the right decisions, at the right time, that directly influence sales, stock flow, and the success of our retail spaces at sea.

Ifyou’resomeone who enjoys working with data but wants tosee the outcome of your decisions in action, this is where things get interesting. This Merchandising Assistant position sits within our Giftware category~

Whatyou’llbe part of:

You’llareat the centre of our Merchandising operation, turning insight into action. Every dayyou’llbe analysing stock and sales data to mark smart, commercial decisions -ensuringthe right products land on the rights ships, in the right quantities atexactlythe right time. Your workwon’tjust sit in aspreadsheet,it willhelp shape performance across our global fleet. Building strong relationships across the businesswill be at the core of your everyday life, working closely with our Buying teams, Area Managers and Shipboard colleague to solve problems, spot opportunities and keep everything moving seamlessly.

Why this role stands out:

Thisisn’tyour typical “back office” merchandising role. You’ll be:

• Influencing commercial decisions that drive real revenue
• Managing stock across a global, fast-moving retail environment
• Seeing the direct impact of your work play out in real time
• Buildinga skillset that blends analytics,logisticsand commercial thinking

Ifyou’relooking for a role where you can develop quickly, take on real responsibility and genuinely make an impact -this is it.

Whatyou’llbring:

Youdon’tneed to have done this exact role before -what matters most is the mindset that you bring. You may naturally enjoy analysing data andidentifyingpatterns, have a keen eye for detailand a drive for accuracy and feel comfortable managing multiple priorities at once.You will be a confident communicator, one who has proven experiencing building strong relationships across teams. Whilstexperience in retail, merchandising or supply chain is beneficial, your curiosity,motivationand willingness to learn are just as important.

Whatyou’llget:

• Hybrid working(Head Office based in Avonmouth, Bristol, 2 days minimum in office per week)
• Competitive salary &bonus potential
• 26 days holiday + bank holidays
• Healthcare, pension & life assurance
• The opportunity to be part of a businessthat’sredefining retail at sea

About us:

Harding+ is leading the way in innovative onboard cruise retailing, working closely with our cruise line partners and brand partners to ‘make every cruise better’.  We stay at the forefront of retailing and consistently provide outstanding customer service, culminating in winning the Cruise Retailer of the Year award for 2022, 2023 & 2025.

We are an equal opportunities employer.  We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success.  We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills.  We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify, and build.  Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Harding+.