Business Consultant – Retail (Merchandising)
Location: Hybrid, UK with an Aldwych Office
About Aria
At Aria Intelligent Solutions, we combine deep industry knowledge with cutting-edge technological innovation to deliver outstanding results. As pioneers in Artificial Intelligence (AI) research and development, we are committed to staying at the forefront of technological progress. Our highly skilled team is passionate about pushing the boundaries of technology and delivering innovative solutions that make a real impact.
Within our Retail division, we collaborate with major fashion retailers and global brands, helping them optimise their merchandising, product development, buying, and supply chain management functions.
Role and Responsibilities
Create innovative and actionable solutions to retail challenges in the worlds of Planning, Pricing, Analytics, and Digital Transformation
Produce high-quality deliverables that assist clients in achieving and maintaining long-lasting growth
Lead the development and running of businesses requirements workshops and the evaluation of as-is and to-be states
Analyse and document business capabilities to develop solutions relating to operations, processes, people, and technology
Prepare reports, presentations, and insights based on client interviews, workshops, and meetings
Assist and lead in presenting findings, insights, and recommendations to executives and project leadership
Lead end-to-end system implementations/digital transformation projects, designing the solution and working closely with the data and technology teams to implement the solution
Build honest and customer-centric relationships with the client’s executive leadership, project sponsorship, and business teams and users
Conduct industry, competitor, and company analysis (strategic, financial, operational) for market benchmarking
Contribute to Aria’s internal product road map through innovative ideas, industry analytics, and logical solutions
Support with pre-sales work and building proposals for prospective clients
Support with Aria’s culture – working closely with the Chief People and Culture Officer to create an inclusive environment
Skills and Experience
3-7 years of experience in retail merchandising, business transformation or analytics and consulting
Ability to synthesise information and approach problems in a methodical and logical manner
Good analytical skills and a high degree of comfort with large data sets
Strong organisational, prioritisation, and time management skills whilst demonstrating close attention to detail
High levels of personal motivation, presence and energy, and a proven ability to communicate across seniority levels
Outstanding written and oral communication skills, and ability to clearly and confidently present complex ideas and solutions
Strong awareness of the challenges of merchandising, pricing, product design, product development, supply management and/or business change in a global and/or multi-channel business
Understands primary systems and high-level systems architecture used in retail
Demonstration of respect for others and ability to motivate, energise and positively influence your internal and external teams across diverse multi-cultural team environments
Highly confident in MS Excel and PowerPoint
A successful retail or consulting career with experience in merchandise planning, buying, supply chain, or IT
Strong knowledge of key retail and supply chain verticals
Comfortable with technological principles and the basics of analytical frameworks
Experience in working with a major software implementation
Salary : £38-65k depending on experience and interview performance.
Benefits and Perks:
Comprehensive private medical coverage : Access private medical care to keep you and your family thriving.
25 days annual leave : Recharge with 25 days of vacation each year, plus additional loyalty days earned over time.
Personal charity day : Take an extra paid day off each year to support a cause close to your heart, reflecting Aria’s dedication to making a difference We also match donations!
Champion Health Wellbeing App : Stay on top of your wellness with unlimited access to the Champion Health app, offering personalised tools for physical and mental wellbeing.
Professional and wellness seminars : Grow and thrive with expert-led seminars, designed to inspire and support your professional and personal development.
Wellbeing days : Step back when life feels overwhelming with paid WellbeingDays: Dedicated time to reset and recharge during those moments when it all feels like too much.
At Aria, we’re not just building a team but fostering a community that values health, purpose, and balance. Join us and experience the difference.