Senior Merchandiser (12 Month FTC)

Retail Human Resources plc; Greater London; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40% staff discount

Friends and family discounts

Private pension

Virtual GP access

Life assurance from day one

Holiday purchase scheme

Birthday day off

Enhanced family leave

Cycle2Work

Job summary

Retail Human Resources plc is seeking a Senior Merchandiser in London for a 12-month fixed-term contract focusing on handbags and accessories. You will manage a team of four and own planning, trading and the department’s commercial strategy to achieve sales, profit, margin and stock targets.

The role requires strong merchandising experience with advanced analytics (WSSI, forecasting) and senior-level supplier management.

Qualifications

• Advanced commercial and trade analytics skills including WSSI and forecasting.
• Experience with range strategy, OTB and stock ownership.
• Senior-level supplier management and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Own planning, trading and delivery of the department’s commercial strategy to hit sales, profit, margin and stock targets.
• Lead WSSI and forecasting processes for the department.
• Manage stock flow, OTB and commitments and contribute to range planning and sign-off.
• Collaborate with Buying, Design and suppliers to maximise commercial opportunities.
• Identify risks and opportunities, support promotional activity and lead and develop the merchandising team.

Skills

WSSI

Forecasting

Stock management

Range planning

Supplier management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Job description

We’re working with a leading feel-good fashion retailer, making style accessible, fun and inclusive for customers across the UK and Republic of Ireland through a strong omnichannel presence of 360+ stores, website and mobile app. With a customer-first culture and a clear focus on commercial performance, the business is committed to developing its people, embracing diversity and creating a positive impact through fashion.

We’re looking for a Senior Merchandiser to join the team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This will be on handbags and accessories, managing a team of four. The role will take ownership of the planning, trading and delivery of a department’s commercial strategy, with responsibility for achieving sales, profit, margin and stock targets. You’ll lead WSSI and forecasting, manage stock flow, OTB and commitments, contribute to range planning and sign-off, and work closely with Buying, Design and suppliers to maximise commercial opportunities. You’ll also identify risks and opportunities, support promotional activity and lead, coach and develop a merchandising team.

The successful candidate will have strong previous merchandising experience, with advanced commercial and trade analytics skills including WSSI, forecasting and understanding of key profit drivers. You’ll have experience of range strategy and planning, departmental OTB and stock ownership, as well as senior-level supplier management and negotiation. We’re looking for a strategic thinker who can see the bigger picture, a confident and influential communicator who can partner with senior stakeholders, and a decisive, solutions-focused individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment. Strong leadership, coaching and team development skills are essential.

This is a 12-month FTC based in London, with 4 days per week in the office. The role offers a competitive salary of circa 65k alongside an excellent benefits package, including

• 40% staff discount
• friends and family discounts
• private pension
• virtual GP access
• life assurance from day one
• holiday purchase scheme
• an additional paid day off for your birthday
• enhanced family leave
• interest-free season ticket loans
• Cycle2Work.

Reference: AW – NLSMERC – 01