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Junior Merchandiser - Seasonal, Edinburgh
Location: Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Reference:
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Job Views:
3
Posted:
27.05.2025
Expiry Date:
11.07.2025
Job Description:
We have an exciting opportunity for a Junior Merchandiser to join our Seasonal (Buying & Merchandising) team based in our Central Support Office in Lasswade. This role involves maximising sales and profit through effective planning and trading, delivering stock, sales, and margin targets. You will manage and lead the Allocators, ensuring best practice processes are in place.
Responsibilities
* Help deliver KPIs for the division (sales, stock, intake buying margin, markdown, net margin)
* Manage business plans, scope, and range reviews for the division
* Assist in planning the range with the Buyer, considering trends and seasonal variations
* Analyse trends, history, and performance to identify opportunities and risks
* Ensure timely placement of orders to meet sales targets
* Initiate promotional activities and volume deals when needed
* Analyze sales records to predict buying patterns and monitor stock levels
* Maintain the buying calendar and critical path
* Reforecast WSSI and OTB aligned with stock requirements
* Develop relationships with suppliers for quick issue resolution
* Build relations with stores and understand customer profiles through visits and dialogue
* Work with space planning to execute planograms and set replenishment parameters
Who we are looking for
* High computer literacy, including Word and PowerPoint
* Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
* Understanding of supply chain processes (domestic and global)
* Highly numerate and proactive
* Strong commercial, financial, negotiation, planning, and problem-solving skills
* Ability to manage multiple tasks with tight deadlines
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills
* Alignment with company values: teamwork, continuous improvement, positivity, customer focus
What we offer
* 33 days of holiday (pro-rata for part-time)
* Generous store discounts, including 50% in restaurants and 25% in the Garden Centre
* Hybrid working model
* Enhanced Group Pension Plan
* Interest-free season ticket loans
* Access to Wagestream for financial wellbeing
* Support through Retail Trust, including confidential support and virtual GP
* Development opportunities via Dobbies Academy
* Funding for professional courses and qualifications
* Free tea, coffee, and milk
* Wellbeing room, learning resources, and a book swap in the office
* Invitations to company events and social gatherings
* Additional benefits: Life assurance, eye care, cycle to work scheme, dog-friendly office
About us
Founded in 1865, Dobbies is the UK's leading garden centre retailer, with stores across every UK nation. We are passionate about gardens and plants, showcasing this through our products, services, and community events. We strive to be a great place to work, encouraging colleagues to grow and succeed together.
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