Retail Merchandiser

JR United Kingdom; St Albans; Hybrid; GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international lifestyle footwear brand is seeking an experienced branch merchandiser to lead the allocations function across the UK and Europe. In this pivotal role, you will manage a team of allocators, ensuring best practices in stock management and supporting new store openings. This position offers a competitive salary, hybrid working, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

33 days holiday

Life Assurance

BUPA Rewards

Share Schemes

Generous Staff Discounts

Qualifications

• Proven experience in branch merchandising or retail allocations.
• Experience managing or mentoring a team is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of 6 Allocators across UK & EU markets.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders to create and implement strategic allocation plans.
• Use data-driven insights to drive allocation efficiencies.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication

Leadership

Job description

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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.