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Are you analytically-minded with a passion for retail and a sense for data? We're on the lookout for a proactive and detail-oriented Junior Merchandiser who is ready to support the planning and performance of products in-store and online.

What’s in it for you as Junior Merchandiser?

* Work hours: Monday to Thurday, 8am to 5pm and Friday 8am to 4pm

* Salary: £28,000 - £30,000

* 22 days holiday

* Access to a health cash plan scheme

* Access to an EAP

* Contributory company pension scheme

* Retail discounts

Junior Merchandiser Responsibilities:

* Take ownership of certain product areas, whilst supporting the Senior Merchandiser and helping to shape the future of the business through effective merchandising strategies

* Partner with the wider merchandising team to prepare and deliver strategy packs, ensuring accurate product attribution across the range

* Collaborate with the buying team to help shape seasonal strategies by collating and analysing data, and providing insightful KPI reports

* Review data to identify trends, must-haves, and best sellers to highlight to the buying team

* Identify core lines to correctly balance stock, maximise availability and reduce terminal stock

* Conduct ad-hoc analysis to support strategic and trading decisions across merchandising and buying teams

* Manage new products, ensuring they are arranged in line with buying plans and timelines, whilst monitoring option plans

* Monitor sales performance against the WSSI, identifying underperforming areas and taking action to drive sales and maximise profit

* Share performance insights and KPIs with the buying team, flagging any risks that may arise

* Review distribution to stock, working with the wider merchandising and warehouse team to move stock between stores and online

* Oversee delivery commitments, cost changes, and ensure all product lines are on track and aligned with department goals

Junior Merchandiser Skills and Experience:

* Experience within a similar merchandising role, ideally gained within retail or e-commerce

* Gained exposure in end-to-end seasonal planning and strategy

* Strong analytical skills, confident in collating and understanding data to draw insights and inform strategy

* A strong eye for detail alongside excellent administration skills

* Collaborative and proactive, with a passion for driving commercial success and maximising margins