Senior Merchandiser - KSA

The Global Search Company; Remote; GBP 66,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established retail business is seeking an experienced Senior Merchandiser to drive performance across multiple channels, including retail and e-commerce. The role involves managing end-to-end merchandising strategies and requires strong analytical and stakeholder management skills. Successful candidates will have proven experience within a multi-channel retail environment and must be open to relocating to Saudi Arabia. This is a senior role, crucial for the growth and performance of the business.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Senior Merchandiser within a multi-channel retail business.
• Strong exposure to retail, e-commerce, and wholesale trading models.
• Highly commercial with excellent analytical and planning skills.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end merchandising strategy across retail, online, and wholesale channels.
• Build and manage range plans, sales forecasts, OTB, and stock budgets.
• Drive effective stock allocation and replenishment across stores and e-commerce.

Skills

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Commercial focus

Merchandising strategy development

Cross-channel expertise

Tools

Merchandising systems

Forecasting tools

Job description

We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established retail business with a strong presence across physical retail, online channels, and wholesale. This is a senior, commercially focused role for an experienced Senior Merchandiser who can drive performance across multiple routes to market.

THE ROLE WILL INVOLVE RELOCATION TO SAUDI ARABIA.

As Senior Merchandiser, you will be responsible for developing and delivering merchandising strategy across retail stores, e-commerce, and wholesale partners. You will ensure optimal product availability, stock flow, and margin performance while supporting business growth across all channels.

This role requires strong analytical capability, cross-channel thinking, and the ability to influence at senior level.

Key Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end merchandising strategy across retail, online, and wholesale channels.
• Build and manage range plans, sales forecasts, OTB, and stock budgets by channel.
• Analyse sales, stock, intake, margin, and markdown performance, taking decisive action.
• Drive effective stock allocation and replenishment across stores, e-commerce, and wholesale accounts.
• Partner closely with Buying to influence range architecture, pricing, and lifecycle management.
• Manage seasonal planning, promotions, and end-of-season exit strategies.
• Support wholesale planning including commitments, delivery phasing, and margin control.
• Lead and develop merchandising team members and support cross-functional projects.
• Produce clear reporting and insights for senior leadership.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Senior Merchandiser within a multi-channel retail business.
• Strong exposure to retail, e-commerce, and wholesale trading models.
• Highly commercial with excellent analytical and planning skills.
• Confident working with merchandising systems, KPIs, and forecasting tools.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, able to influence Buying, Retail, and Senior Management.
• Experience in fast-paced, growth-focused environments.
• Fluent in English .
• Based in Saudi Arabia or open to relocation.