Senior Merchandiser Ecommerce/Trading

TRP Recruitment; Bath; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A fashion-led business in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Merchandiser to lead e-commerce trading for a 12-month maternity cover. The role requires a commercially astute candidate responsible for driving the online trading strategy, managing inventory, and collaborating closely with various departments. Strong analytical skills and experience in e-commerce are essential for maximizing sales and stock efficiencies. Join a dynamic team focused on delivering a compelling online retail experience.

Qualifications

• Experience driving e-commerce trade strategy in the retail sector.
• Strong ability to analyze data and translate it into actionable insights.
• Experience in merchandising, inventory management, and seasonal planning.

Responsibilities

• Own and drive the seasonal e-commerce trade strategy.
• Lead OTB management and assortment planning.
• Manage the online product and launch calendar.
• Define promotional and markdown strategies.

Skills

Commercially astute

Analytical thinking

E-commerce strategy

Job description

Job Description

We are looking for a commercially astute Senior Merchandiser - Ecommerce/Trading to join our fashion-led business on a 12-month maternity cover. This role sits at the heart of the online operation, owning trading performance across the UK e-commerce channel and ensuring the right product, at the right time, in the right place. Blending commercial instinct with strong analytical thinking, you will drive seasonal planning, in-season trading and inventory strategy, working closely with Buying, Digital Marketing and Supply Chain to deliver a compelling, customer-first online proposition.

This is a 1 year maternity cover role

Main Responsibilities Will Include:

• Own and drive the seasonal e-commerce trade strategy, delivering against sales, margin, stock and conversion targets.
• Lead OTB management, assortment planning and in-season trading decisions to maximise sell-through and stock efficiency.
• Shape category-level merchandising, pricing and NOS strategies, balancing trend, availability and commercial performance.
• Manage the online product and launch calendar, overseeing seasonal, replenishment and in-season buys.
• Define and execute promotional and markdown strategies, supporting peak periods and key fashion moments.
• Lead weekly trade meetings and performance reviews, translating data into clear, commercial actions and insight.
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