An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Merchandiser to join a fast-growing and entrepreneurial online retail business based in Manchester . This is a key role within the merchandising team, supporting the Head of Merchandising and playing an important part in driving commercial performance across a fast-moving product environment.
You will be responsible for range planning, forecasting, stock management and performance analysis , using data and commercial insight to maximise sales opportunities while maintaining healthy stock levels.
Key Responsibilities
- Work closely with the Buying team to plan new product ranges using historical sales, market trends and commercial opportunities.
- Forecast forward sales and intake requirements across your product range.
- Manage stock intake within agreed stock turn targets, balancing availability with stockholding.
- Work closely with factories and Product Development to ensure shipment dates and critical paths are achieved.
- Analyse historical sales and trading performance, identifying trends and opportunities.
- Track performance against plan and take action to minimise markdowns and maximise sales.
- Manage sales and stock availability across multiple sales channels.
- Identify risks, anomalies and under performance and proactively recommend solutions.
- Own your product range and take responsibility for driving its commercial performance.
- Build strong relationships with suppliers and internal teams to optimise lead times and delivery dates.
- Work collaboratively across Buying, Product Development, Supply Chain and wider business functions.
About You We are looking for an experienced Merchandiser who is commercially minded, analytical and confident working in a fast-paced retail environment.
You will ideally have:
- 2+ years' experience in a Merchandiser role.
- Strong experience in sales and stock forecasting.
- Advanced Excel skills and experience using merchandising systems/tools.
- Strong analytical and numerical skills.
- Experience managing sales, stock, intake and margin.
- Excellent attention to detail and the ability to identify trends and anomalies.
- The confidence to challenge and influence stakeholders at all levels.
- A commercial mindset with the ability to identify and maximise opportunities.
- Experience owning and driving the performance of a product range.
- Strong supplier relationship management skills.
- Excellent organisation skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- A collaborative approach and the ability to work effectively across multiple teams.
Desirable Experience The following would be advantageous:
- Experience working with Far East factories .
- Critical Path Management .
- WSSI management .
- End-to-end budget planning.
- Strong experience in data analysis and commercial evaluation.
- Previous experience within e-commerce, retail or home/textiles would be beneficial.
What's on Offer?
- Permanent, full-time position.
- 37.5 hours per week.
- Office-based role in Manchester .
- Opportunity to join a growing and ambitious online retail business.
- Genuine opportunity for career development and progression.
- A collaborative, fast-paced and commercially focused environment.
If you're an experienced Merchandiser looking for your next opportunity and enjoy using data, commercial insight and trading performance to make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.
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Merchandiser in Manchester employer: Axon Moore Group Ltd
Axon Moore is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment within a leading manufacturing business that values collaboration and innovation. Employees benefit from a supportive culture that prioritises professional growth, with opportunities to engage in diverse financial processes and contribute to impactful projects. Located in a thriving industrial hub, the company provides a unique chance to develop skills while being part of a team that drives operational excellence and financial integrity.
