Senior Merchandiser Ecommerce/Trading

TRP Recruitment; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A fashion-led business in Milton Keynes is seeking a Senior Merchandiser - Ecommerce/Trading for a 12-month maternity cover. You will be responsible for developing and executing the e-commerce trade strategy, ensuring optimal stock efficiency and driving commercial performance. The ideal candidate will blend analytical skills with commercial insight to enhance online trading outcomes. The role involves collaboration with Buying, Digital Marketing, and Supply Chain teams to deliver an exceptional online shopping experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in e-commerce merchandising and trading.
• Proven ability to drive performance through analysis and insights.
• Strong leadership in managing inventory and trading strategies.

Responsibilities

• Own and drive the seasonal e-commerce trade strategy.
• Lead OTB management and in-season trading decisions.
• Define and execute promotional and markdown strategies.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Commercial acumen

Inventory management

Seasonal planning

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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