Merchandiser

Job Reference: FJ-ktkxv

Merchandiser

Location: Crewe

Salary: £40,000-45,000 per annum (pro rata)

Contract: Fixed term until 30 April 2027

HR GO Recruitment is recruiting for a commercially minded Merchandiser to join a growing eCommerce business on a fixed-term contract. This is an excellent opportunity for an analytical individual to help drive sales, improve profitability and optimise stock investment.

The Role

• Develop and manage sales, margin and stock forecasts across product categories.
• Analyse trading performance to identify opportunities to increase revenue and profitability.
• Create merchandise plans aligned with business objectives and budgets.
• Work with Marketing and Trading teams on pricing, promotions and stock requirements.
• Oversee demand planning, replenishment and stock availability, ensuring inventory meets customer demand.
• Monitor stock levels, turnover and aged inventory to minimise excess stock and protect availability.
• Manage and support an Inventory Planner, setting priorities for stock requirements and replenishment.
• Collaborate with Product teams on range development, new product launches and lifecycle performance.
• Produce regular reports on sales, margins, stock performance and forecast accuracy.
• Work with Finance and Operations to improve inventory investment, working capital and stock distribution.

The Candidate

• Previous experience in merchandising, merchandise planning or a similar commercial planning role.
• Ideally experienced within a retail or eCommerce environment.
• Strong commercial awareness, with a good understanding of sales, gross margin and profitability.
• Experience in demand forecasting, stock management and inventory optimisation.
• Advanced Excel skills and confidence analysing large datasets.
• Ability to interpret data and turn insights into practical commercial decisions.
• Excellent communication, organisation and problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable working collaboratively across Product, Marketing, Finance and Operations.
• Experience managing or mentoring team members would be advantageous.
• A proactive approach, with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and changing environment.

For further information, please contact Sophie on 0151 439 3056 or email sophie.mitchell@hrgo.co.uk