Merchandising Sportswear Merchandiser

Success Talent; Manchester; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading high street sports and lifestyle fashion retailer in Manchester is looking for a Lifestyle & Sportswear Merchandiser. This role offers a chance to influence merchandise strategies across retail stores and online platforms, with responsibilities ranging from stock management to team mentorship. Ideal candidates will have strong analytical skills and a passion for the sportswear industry.

Qualifications

• Experience in merchandising or related field.
• Strong analytical and forecasting skills.
• Ability to build relationships with brand partners.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Merchandising Manager for strategy.
• Conduct historical analysis and maintain stock levels.
• Mentor and develop junior team members.

Skills

Analytical skills

Forecasting

Relationship building

Communication

Job description

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Manchester, United Kingdom

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Posted:

02.06.2025

Expiry Date:

17.07.2025

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Job Description:

Based Rochdale

This forward-thinking high street sports and lifestyle fashion retailer has an exciting opportunity for a Lifestyle & Sportswear Merchandiser to join their team!

We are hiring a Sportswear Merchandiser to join their successful Merchandise department. You will have the opportunity to impact the commercial opportunities across this retailer's stores and website, and ultimately help drive the business.

The role of Lifestyle/Sportswear Merchandiser is varied and will include:

• Partnering with the Merchandising Manager to create a topline quarterly/seasonal strategy
• Historical analysis, planning, and forecasting
• Create and collate company quarterly range plans in conjunction with Buying
• Maintain weekly stock, sales, and intake
• Build and maintain relationships with strategic brand partners
• Regular store visits to develop regional understanding and an omnichannel view
• Liaising with the wider stakeholder network to improve and drive best practices
• Responsible for mentoring and developing junior team members with regular one-to-ones and review meetings
• Acting as a key contact for merchandise reporting and all aspects of merchandising processes and system use

We regret that due to the volume of applications, only successful candidates will be contacted.