Merchandiser - Excellent Progression & Development
Up to £45,000
Hybrid Working (3 office / 2 home)
Better Placed are excited to be partnering with a well-established UK retailer experiencing strong growth, now looking to expand their Merchandising team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a talented Merchandiser to join a business that truly values internal development and offers clear long-term progression.
The Role:
As a Merchandiser, you'll take ownership of range performance across key categories, ensuring products are priced, stocked, and positioned to maximise sales and profitability. You'll work closely with Buying, Product, Ecommerce, Marketing, and suppliers to support trading decisions and maintain a best-in-class product offer.
Key Responsibilities:
* Manage line cards and maintain accurate stock, sales, and intake data
* Oversee supplier relationships, tracking orders, intake and delivery timelines
* Analyse sales, stock, WSSI and intake to drive trading decisions
* Prepare and present weekly trade updates to key stakeholders
* Determine seasonal buy levels by category and vendor
* Identify trading risks and opportunities, recommending actionable solutions
* Manage rebuys, rephases, and cancellations based on performance and stock position
* Support product launches, promotional activity and marketplace listings
* Monitor best and worst sellers; recommend NOS lines, promotions and markdowns
* Conduct ad-hoc analysis to support wider business strategy
* Work cross-functionally to ensure smooth product lifecycle and stock flow
* Prioritise and independently manage workload in a fast-paced environment
About You:
* Previous Merchandiser experience within retail or e-commerce
* Confident managing WSSI, forecasting, and supplier relationships
* Commercial mindset with strong analytical ability
* Advanced Excel skills and strong numerical capability
* High accuracy, attention to detail and exceptional organisation
* Able to communicate clearly and influence stakeholders
* Proactive, solutions-driven and comfortable working at pace
* Ambitious and keen to progress — this role offers clear development pathways
What’s on Offer:
* Salary up to £45,000 DOE
* Hybrid: 3 office days (Mon, Wed, Fri) / 2 WFH
* Clear progression opportunities within a growing retail business
* Supportive, collaborative and development-focused team culture