FIXED TERM CONTRACT MERCHANDISER - PART TIME
at Claude & Co
£38'000 - £48'000 PRO RATA
Claude HQ - Mountsorrel, Leicestershire
Office Based
Part- Time: 3 or 4 days considered
About Claude & Co
At Claude & Co we are about more than clothes. We design with a lot of thought, a little playfulness, and most importantly with care. We make pieces that families feel good about choosing and love wearing. We create treasured and memorable clothing, in the best quality and always with something unique that feels unmistakably Claude & Co.
We’re a fast-growing and ever-evolving brand, and our team is passionate, hands-on and ambitious. Every decision ladders back to creating a brand that people trust, connect with and enjoy. We’re proud of the creativity, courage and care that runs through everything we do and we’re looking for someone who shares that same energy.
The Role
We’re looking for a Merchandiser to join our Product team on a 12-month fixed-term contract, reporting into our Head of Commercial.
At Claude & Co, merchandising is about more than numbers, it’s about making thoughtful, well-informed decisions that allow our collections to land beautifully and perform responsibly. This role plays a key part in shaping how we plan, trade and grow, balancing commercial performance with care for our product and brand.
You’ll take ownership of planning and trading across key areas of the business, managing stock, intake and performance with confidence and clarity. Working closely with Buying, Design, Marketing, Operations and our trusted manufacturing partners, you’ll ensure our product flows seamlessly from initial planning through to launch and beyond.
This is a hands-on role in a growing brand, ideal for someone who enjoys both the detail and the bigger picture, and is excited to make a meaningful impact over a defined period.
You’ll be responsible for
Stock & Intake Management
* Owning and managing the WSSI, ensuring plans are aligned to business goals and trading performance
* Building and maintaining accurate sales, stock and intake forecasts
* Managing stock levels, cover and availability across all product areas
* Identifying risks and opportunities, taking proactive action to optimise performance
* Managing OTB to ensure stock investment is balanced, considered and commercially sound
Sales Analysis & Reporting
* Leading weekly trade analysis, providing clear insight into sales, sell-through, margin and stock position
* Driving trading decisions including repeats and core line decisions, markdown and promotional activity to optimise stock turn and protect profitability
* Presenting performance and recommendations in trade meetings with confidence and clarity
* Using historical data and current trends to inform future planning
Supplier & Delivery Management
* Monitoring supplier delivery performance to ensure intake arrives on time and in full
* Working closely with suppliers and operations to manage shipment schedules and resolve delays
* Build a strong relationship with our warehouse team, ensuring they are aware of upcoming deliveries and launches to help manage workload
* Tracking purchase orders, intake phasing and shipment updates
* Supporting cost price and margin tracking in collaboration with Buying
* Maintaining clear, organised documentation throughout the intake lifecycle
Range & Commercial Planning Support
* Undertake seasonal planning processes including option planning and size profiling
* Preparing analysis and documentation for seasonal sign-offs and trade reviews
* Collaborating with Buying to ensure commercial balance across categories and aligned to performance
* Ensuring Marketing and Operations teams are aligned on stock availability and launch timing
Process & Data Accuracy
* Ensuring all product, stock and intake data is accurate and up to date
* Ensuring reporting is clear, consistent and reliable
* Looking for ways to improve process, efficiency and visibility
* Bringing structure and clarity to a fast-moving and evolving environment
About You
* Previous experience in a Junior or Merchandiser or commercial planning role within fashion or retail
* Strong analytical skills with confidence interpreting sales, stock and margin data
* Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, reporting) and comfortable working with merchandising systems
* Understanding of stock flow, availability and trading actions in a retail environment
* Commercially aware with a proactive approach to identifying risks and opportunities
* Confident communicator who can build strong working relationships with Buying, suppliers and cross-functional teams
* Highly organised with strong attention to detail and data accuracy
* Comfortable working at pace within a growing and evolving business
WHAT WE CAN OFFER
* A chance to be part of a fast-growing, independent brand that values creativity, collaboration, and care
* A dynamic and supportive environment where your ideas and initiative make a real difference
* Salary £38-48k depending on experience (pro rata to days per week worked)
* 33 days annual leave including bank holidays (pro rata to days per week worked)
* Private health care option
* Pension Scheme
The Claude Way
We are honest and empathetic. We trust our intuition and each other. We bring courage and authenticity to everything we do with a good dose of fun. We are ambitious and passionate and always looking for ways to make things better. We stay kind and collaborative. We do not blame. We learn. We care about the details, go the extra mile, and are not afraid to take the road less travelled.
If that sounds like your vibe you will fit right in.
How to Apply
Send your CV, cover letter, and any relevant links to with the subject line
“FTC Merchandiser Application” to be considered.
We love creativity, and expect this role to be very popular so make your application stand out.
Deadline for applications is 15/05/2026 however, we review applications as they come in and may begin interviews before the role closes. If we find a good candidate we could close the applications early
PLEASE CONSIDER EMAILING OVER APPLYING ON LINKEDIN AS WE TEND TO RECEIVE A HIGH VOLUME OF APPLICANTS