Job Description
About the Role:
Ready to start your Joules Journey?
Prepare to be part of a dynamic, hard-working, collaborative and inspirational team, creating and bringing product to market season after season for our iconic British brand. You can expect a journey outlined with clear goals and aspirations shared by the whole business whilst building cross-collaborative relationships including the opportunity to work with our Founder; Tom Joule, and his Senior Team who have a wealth of knowledge to share.
Step into the role of
Product Operations Trainee Merchandiser
Discover an exciting opportunity to take on an integral role here at Joules Head Office.
The Merchandising Operations team pride themselves on Operational Excellence, taking a forward facing, solution based approach identifying risks and opportunities in all that they do.
No two days are the same in the Merch Ops department; this role will involve problem solving, analysing data and process optimisation.
You will be working closely with the Merchandising team and all key stakeholders throughout the business.
Key areas that the role will cover:
* Maximising both full price and markdown sales by working closely with in house merchandising teams and branch merchandising to optimise stock in all channels.
* Supporting new store openings and events stock allocation
* Ensuring we are managing markdown stock through our channels at key points in the season and utilising the correct exit routes when appropriate.
* Building and strengthening relationships with key stakeholders across marketing, finance, partnership teams, product teams and the product operations team at Next.
* Driving system excellence across the product merch team
* Troubleshooting with the product merch team across systems
* Supporting key stakeholders with reporting requests
About You:
From a technical and operational perspective, it would be advantageous if you have:
* Strong eye for detail and data interrogation
* Confident stakeholder communications skills
* Experience working within a collaborative, cross-functional environment is essential
* Being able to see the bigger picture from an operational perspective
* Strong problem solving skills
* Completer finisher
* Self motivated
* Desire to learn
* Highly organised
What we value most here at Joules is your ability to really align with who we are as a Brand. So, if you:
* Have a keen interest in the fashion and retail industry
* Are fearlessly creative with ideas to share
* Are not afraid to fail and grow
* Have a genuine positivity for the future of our brand and all we can achieve
* Are adaptable and can embrace change
* Can work collaboratively and are always ready to give it your all
* Enjoy celebrating success
Then look no further, the role of
Product Operations Trainee Merchandiser
was made for you
Where will you be working?
This is a full time role based at The Barn - our Head Office in Market Harborough, Leicestershire 5 days per week.
Your Application
Due to the high volume of applications received for our roles, please note that applications not accompanied by a relevant cover letter are unlikely to be progressed. Please review the following Joules Cover Letter advice to support your application.
Sponsorship
In accordance with Home Office guidance successful candidates will be required to evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment. Joules does not hold a Sponsor Licence and would not, therefore, be able to sponsor a successful candidate under the Skilled Worker route. The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate the right to work without sponsorship.
Please note that we may close the advert early if the required level of applications is received - this role requires an immediate start so apply now to receive early consideration.
About Us
Give your career a breath of fresh (countryside) air.
For the colourful and carefree who make the most out of life, Joules is the British country lifestyle brand that encourages all of life's adventures.
At Joules, we design clothing, accessories and homeware for all the family. Alongside a whole lot more. We are inspired by nature. We have fun. And we care.
It's been quite a journey from when we started way back in 1989. And thanks to staying true to our roots, and a team that is always wanting to do better, we're pleased that the adventure is as exciting as ever.
We think it's your time to join in the fun.
About The Team
* 25% off most Joules, NEXT, MADE*, Lipsy*, Gap* and Victoria's Secret* products (*when purchased through NEXT)
* Up to 10% off most partner brands & Branded Beauty products
* Access to fantastic discounts at our staff shops
* Clothing Allowance
* Family Day and Volunteering Leave
* Reward Schemes - From a cycle to work scheme to discounts with nearly 1000 retailers
* Life assurance
* Pension
* Fantastic L&D opportunities
* A bold and vibrant place to work
* Free on-site Parking & low cost EV charging points
Conditions apply to all benefits. These benefits are discretionary and subject to change.
We aim to support all candidates during the application process and are happy to provide workplace adjustments when necessary. Should you need support with your application due to a disability or long-term condition, feel free to get in touch with us by email (please include 'Workplace Adjustments' in the subject line), or call us on and leave a voicemail.