Production Merchandiser Location: Oakham / Hybrid Reports to: Finance Director Closing date: 23rd January 2026 The Company Le Chameau is a prestigious French heritage brand renowned for crafting premium rubber boots and country footwear that seamlessly blend tradition, craftsmanship, and innovation. Founded in 1927 by Claude Chamot, a master bootmaker in Normandy, Le Chameau was born out of a desire to create comfortable, durable boots for farmers, hunters, and fishermen—those who depend on their footwear in rugged, demanding conditions. What sets Le Chameau apart is its artisanal approach: every pair of rubber boots is handmade by a single maître bottier (master bootmaker) using natural rubber and time-honored techniques. This dedication to quality and performance has earned the brand a loyal following among outdoor professionals and style-conscious consumers alike. Over the decades, Le Chameau has evolved into a symbol of luxury outdoor living, offering a range of products that combine technical excellence with refined aesthetics. From the iconic Chasseur leather-lined boot to contemporary designs for country weekenders, Le Chameau continues to represent the pinnacle of comfort, function, and elegance in outdoor footwear. About the Role We are seeking a highly organised and forward-thinking Production Merchandiser to join our team. This role is responsible for monitoring stock levels across product ranges, forecasting demand, and planning production to ensure the factory is consistently making the right products at the right time. The successful candidate will deliver dynamic production planning, timely communication, and proactive management of sizing and stock gaps. This is a key operational role that bridges merchandising, production, and factory teams to ensure smooth, on-time delivery of goods to our warehouses. Key Responsibilities Stock Monitoring & Forecasting Track and analyse stock levels across product ranges on a continuous basis. Identify potential stock and size gaps before they occur, ensuring timely replenishment. Forecast size-level demand and adjust production plans accordingly. Work closely with merchandising and retail teams to understand sales trends and product performance. Production Planning Develop, maintain, and update weekly production plans. Review production capacity and align it with demand forecasts and priorities. Create dynamic planning models that ensure flexibility and responsiveness to sales trends. Ensure all products are scheduled for production within required timelines. Collaborate with the team to assess upcoming production needs, opportunities, and risks. Factory Communication & Coordination Provide clear, proactive, and timely communication to factory partners regarding production priorities. Share updated production schedules, changes, and product requirements. Ensure factories are manufacturing the correct SKUs, sizes, and quantities at the appropriate times. Follow up on production progress, flag delays, and support solutions to keep production on track. Operational Alignment Participate in cross-functional planning meetings. Use retail insights to inform production priorities and strategies. Support continuous improvements in production processes, planning tools, and communication flows. Skills & Experience Proven experience in retail or wholesale production merchandising, planning, or a similar role. Strong understanding of size curves, range planning, and stock forecasting. Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret sales and stock data. Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail. Strong communication skills with experience liaising with factories or suppliers. Ability to adapt plans quickly in response to changing retail demands. Proficient in Excel and planning systems; confident working with reports and forecasting tools. A proactive problem-solver with a collaborative, team-focused approach. Personal Attributes Someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced, product-focused environment. A planner who can see both the bigger picture and the detail. A confident communicator who can influence timelines and priorities. A candidate who thrives on ensuring the right stock is produced, in the right sizes, at the right time.