At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive stock performance and sales growth through data-driven merchandise planning.
- Company: Established specialist retailer with a strong presence across the UK.
- Benefits: 12-month contract with opportunities for career development and growth.
- Other info: Collaborative role working closely with various teams to achieve commercial objectives.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on product availability and profitability in a dynamic retail environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in merchandising, strong analytical skills, and advanced Excel proficiency.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
MRD Recruitment is currently recruiting a Merchandiser for one of our clients based in Glasgow City Centre for a 12 Month FTC. Our client is a well-established specialist retailer operating across the UK, serving both trade and retail customers through an extensive store network and online channels. They are seeking an experienced Merchandise to play a pivotal role in driving stock performance, sales growth, and profitability across a diverse product portfolio.
The Opportunity
Reporting into the Head of Merchandising, you will be responsible for developing and managing merchandise plans that optimise inventory investment, maximise availability, and support commercial objectives. Working closely with Buying, Supply Chain, Finance, and Store Operations teams, you will use data-driven insights to influence key trading decisions and deliver strong commercial results.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain category-level merchandise plans aligned with business objectives.
- Forecast sales, stock, intake, and margin performance across multiple product categories.
- Analyse trading performance and identify opportunities to maximise sales and profitability.
- Manage stock levels to ensure optimum availability while minimising excess inventory.
- Lead weekly and monthly trading reviews, providing actionable recommendations to stakeholders.
- Partner closely with Buying teams to support range planning, seasonal launches, and promotional activity.
- Monitor key performance indicators including stock turn, sell-through, availability, and markdown performance.
- Produce accurate demand forecasts and reforecast plans based on market trends and trading performance.
- Support budgeting and strategic planning processes.
- Drive continuous improvement within merchandising processes, reporting, and systems.
About You
- Previous experience in a Merchandise Planner, Senior Assistant Merchandiser, or similar retail planning role.
- Strong analytical and commercial skills with the ability to interpret complex data and translate it into actionable insights.
- Experience managing sales, stock, and intake planning within a retail environment.
- Advanced Excel skills and confidence working with merchandising and planning systems.
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, commercially driven environment.
Merchandiser in Glasgow employer: Mrd Recruitment
Our client is an exceptional employer located in the vibrant Glasgow City Centre, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation. With a strong focus on employee development, they provide ample opportunities for growth within the retail sector, alongside competitive benefits that enhance work-life balance. Joining this well-established specialist retailer means being part of a team that values data-driven decision-making and encourages creative input to drive commercial success.
