Senior Merchandiser

Role Overview

• Manage timely delivery of stock: Take charge of ensuring stock arrives on schedule, maximising availability and keeping all channels flowing seamlessly, so customers never miss out.
• Work within stock budgets: Strategically maintain the right stock levels, especially during peak moments like product launches, Christmas, and promotions, ensuring no opportunity is missed.
• Be accountable for order management: Lead the way in managing orders efficiently, working closely with suppliers to ensure key volume lines are always available, on time, and in full.
• Own and manage department category/range forecasts: Own the forecasts, optimising sales, stock holding, margin, and availability, making sure every decision is driven by data and insight.
• Create, maintain, and trade using the WSSI: Take full ownership of the WSSI, ensuring your weekly strategy at the sub-category level maximises sales and stays within OTB and budget.
• Plan category and range frameworks: Work closely with the Buyer to craft and present product ranges that fit perfectly with budget, space, ranking, and seasonal timelines, setting the foundation for a winning offer.
• Review attribute analysis: Analyse range and promotional performance, turning data into clear, actionable insights that drive product selection and boost sales.
• Analyse weekly trading performance: Spot issues and opportunities, and make clear, impactful decisions to drive profitability and ensure the business stays on track.
• Deliver sales: Achieve and surpass sales targets by executing the agreed strategy with precision, ensuring every product meets customer demand and exceeds expectations.
• Coach and develop your team: Inspire, motivate, and nurture your team, empowering them to unlock their full potential and contribute to a culture of excellence and achievement.

Requirements

• Strong numerical skills: Ability to analyse and interpret data, turning insights into actionable recommendations that drive performance.
• Experience working in a fast-paced trading environment: Thrive under pressure and adapt to changing market dynamics to deliver results.
• Proven ability to lead, develop, and coach a team: Empower others to achieve their full potential and foster a high-performance culture.
• Demonstrated commercial and financial awareness: A keen understanding of how decisions impact profitability and business growth.
• Attention to Detail: Accuracy in managing stock levels, orders, and forecasts, ensuring that everything aligns with business needs and customer demand.
• Effective Communication: Clear and confident communication with internal teams (e.g., Buyers, Planners) and external suppliers to ensure smooth processes.
• IT Proficiency: Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel (or other data analysis tools) and merchandising systems to track performance and make informed decisions.
• Time Management: Ability to prioritise tasks, meet deadlines, and juggle multiple projects in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strategic Thinking: Capable of developing and executing merchandising strategies that align with business goals, market conditions, and customer needs.

Benefits

• 25% Colleague Discount!
• Plus, exclusive Double Discount days!
• MyWorks
• Access exclusive online discounts across hundreds of retailers, holidays, utilities deals, tech and more
• Family Friendly Leave
• Enjoy some time well spent with enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay.
• Holiday – 33 days including bank holidays.
• Holiday Purchase
• Purchase an additional 5 days
• Can-Do Academy
• Grow your skills and career with instant access to further training and development in areas that interest you.
• Stream
• Claim early access to 50% of your wages as you earn them – for when ‘life’ happens!
• Share Scheme
• Unleash your inner Monopoly mogul and own a piece of The Works!
• 24/7 support for you and your family
• Through our partnership with the Retail Trust who provide an Employee Assistance Programme and so much more!
• Healthcare Cash Plan – To support your everyday healthcare costs
• And loads more! – Long Service Awards, pension, life assurance, Cycle to Work and optional charity giving.