Junior Merchandiser

Leeds Permanent £30,000 - £35,000 per year View Job Description
As a Junior Merchandiser in the retail industry, you'll play a key role in ensuring that the right products are in the right place at the right time. Based in Leeds, this role helps keep things running smoothly by managing stock levels and supporting the overall merchandising strategy.
  • Hybrid Working 3 office days : 2 days working from Home
  • Progression Opportunities

About Our Client

A fantastic opportunity for a Junior Merchandiser - Ecommerce Homeware to join an Ecommerce retailer in the Leeds area. The business sells several different products for the home. They have been featured in GQ, Home & Garden to name a few

Job Description

  • Review trading reports to identify risks and opportunities in weekly trade and present findings to Merchandiser & Senior Merchandiser.
  • Ownership of line cards, providing accurate forward forecasting and planning OTB in line with stock holding and cover targets, highlighting any risks with over/understocks.
  • Support the merchandiser on maintaining department WSSIs, stock and sales plans, ensuring stock is managed to targets.
  • Partake in the analysis & reporting of current sales data, customers reactions and channel trends in order to anticipate product needs and plan future ranges & stock.
  • Help build & maintain a comprehensive library of historical data.
  • Work to Key Performance Indicators helping to optimise the sales volume and profitability of designated product areas according to the business plans.
  • Actively involved in MD proposals for categories as necessary including the roll-up of mid and end-of-season sale plans.
  • Collaboratively work with the wider Merchandising, Operations & Logistics teams to ensure timely onboarding & arrival of stock with our various partners.
  • Proactively monitor sales and stock in order to take action to optimise sales and margin performance - ensuring team react to sales trend.



The Successful Applicant

A successful Junior Merchandiser should have:

  • Experience in a merchandising at Assistant Merchandiser, Senior Assistant Merchandiser, Junior Merchandiser or related retail role.
  • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
  • Good communication and collaboration abilities.
  • Proficiency in using data analysis tools and software.
  • An understanding of the retail industry and stock management principles.

What's on Offer

  • Salary ranging from £30,000 to £35,000 per year, dependent on the level of experience.
  • Hybrid working arrangements for better work-life balance.
  • Permanent position based in Leeds.



If you're interested in this role, apply now.

Contact
Lyndsey Sheridan
Quote job ref
JN-082026-7076812
Phone number
+44 161 829 0372

Job summary

Job function
Retail
Subsector
Merchandise & Supply Chain
Sector
Retail
Where
Leeds
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Lyndsey Sheridan
Consultant phone
+44 161 829 0372
Job reference
JN-082026-7076812