Merchandiser (12-Month FTC)

Merchandiser (12-Month FTC)

Position: Merchandiser

Location: West Yorkshire

Salary: £35,000 - £40,000

Job Reference No: M006

Recruiting Consultant: Kasia Thompson

Consultant Tel:  0161 511 0655

Email:  kasia@dwrecruitment.co.uk

Details

Merchandiser Overview

A highly recognised and highly successful company is looking for an Inbound Merchandising Manager to join their dynamic team.

 

Merchandiser Responsibilities

• Manage the Open-to-Buy (OTB) budget, monitoring stock investment against plan and taking action to ensure financial and inventory targets are achieved.
• Raise and manage purchase orders in line with merchandise plans and forecasts, ensuring optimum stock availability across the product range.
• Analyse sales, stock, intake and availability data to identify trends, risks and opportunities, making recommendations to maximise sales and minimise markdown.
• Monitor inventory levels and supply chain performance, balancing availability, stock turn, cash flow and customer demand.
• Work closely with Buying, Supply Chain and wider commercial teams to ensure accurate forecasting, timely deliveries and effective stock flow.
• Identify slow-moving or excess stock and support actions to improve sell-through and optimise stock holding.
• Communicate stock, supplier and delivery issues to relevant stakeholders, working collaboratively to minimise disruption to trade.
• Produce and maintain accurate merchandising reports, using data to support commercial decision-making and performance reviews.
• Lead, coach and develop the Inbound Supply Chain team, creating a collaborative and high-performing working environment.
• Continuously review merchandising and inventory processes, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy and commercial performance.

 

Additional Information

You will have a proven background in supply inventory planning, stock management, or merchandising, with strong commercial awareness and excellent organisational skills.

You will also demonstrate:

• Strong analytical skills with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong planning, forecasting and stock management skills.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
• A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with a commitment to delivering excellent service and business outcomes.