Retail Merchandiser

RHR; St Albans; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative global retailer is seeking an experienced branch merchandiser to lead allocations across the UK and Europe. In this pivotal role, you will manage a team of six allocators, ensuring best practices in stock management and store support. Collaborating with key stakeholders, you will implement strategic allocation plans and oversee new store openings. This role offers a competitive salary, hybrid working, and generous benefits, making it an exciting opportunity to shape the merchandising strategy for a major international brand.

Benefits

33 days holiday

Life assurance

BUPA rewards

Share schemes

Generous staff discounts

Qualifications

• Proven experience in branch merchandising or retail allocations.
• Strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of 6 Allocators across UK & EU markets.
• Use data-driven insights to drive allocation efficiencies.

Skills

Branch Merchandising

Retail Allocations

Analytical Skills

Team Management

Communication Skills

Job description

An international lifestyle footwear brand, renowned for its high-quality, design-led products, is seeking an experienced branch merchandiser to lead the allocations function across the UK and European markets. This forward-thinking retailer is a true market leader, driving innovation and continuing to expand its global footprint.

In this pivotal role, you’ll manage and mentor a team of six allocators, overseeing allocations for a diverse store portfolio. You’ll be responsible for developing your team’s capabilities, ensuring best-in-class practices in stock management and store support. Working cross-functionally with planning and store operations, you’ll play a strategic role in key business decisions and ensure timely execution of store opening plans across the region.

Key Responsibilities:

- Lead and develop a team of 6 Allocators across UK & EU markets.

- Collaborate with key stakeholders to create and implement strategic allocation plans.

- Oversee and support new store openings, ensuring timelines and stock levels are met.

- Use data-driven insights to drive allocation efficiencies and maximise store performance.

- Continuously review and improve allocation processes and tools.

What We’re Looking For:

- Proven experience in branch merchandising or retail allocations.

- Strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail.

- Confident communicator with a collaborative and strategic mindset.

- Experience managing or mentoring a team is highly desirable.

What’s in It for You:

- Competitive salary up to £60,000

- Hybrid working: 4 days in the office, 1 from home

- 33 days holiday, life assurance, BUPA rewards

- Share schemes and generous staff discounts

- Opportunity to join a growing, innovative global retailer

If you're ready to step into a leadership role and shape the merchandising strategy for a major international brand, we’d love to hear from you.