Temporary Merchandiser

262000153

£23 Per Hour

Full Time

Temporary

Crewe, Cheshire

Customer Service And Call Centre

Posted 6 hours ago

Expires In 29 Days

Job Description

Temporary Merchandiser

We’re seeking an experienced Merchandiser to join a leading UK retailer on a temporary basis (2–3 months). This role is key to maximising sales and profit through smart stock management, commercial planning, and continuous improvement.

Main duties of this Merchandiser role:

Product Selection: Collaborate with buyers to research and select products that fit customer needs, supporting decisions with performance analysis.
Range Planning: Forecast sales for promotions, new initiatives, and core ranges. Present commercial roll-ups for senior approval.
Promotion Planning: Lead and develop campaigns to boost visibility and sales, working with buying and space planning teams.
Inventory Management: Monitor stock levels, minimise excess, and manage exits profitably.
WSSI Management: Oversee WSSI across categories to support forecasting, availability, and intake plans.
Sales Analysis: Analyse data to identify trends, shape product mix, and inform pricing decisions.
Supplier Management: Build strong supplier relationships, negotiate terms, and maintain quality standards.
Customer Insights: Stay on top of market and customer trends to anticipate demand.
Critical Path Management: Manage end-to-end category critical paths, ensuring launches and promotions land on time.
Team Development: Support junior team members to drive performance and growth.

Skills required for this Merchandiser role:

Proven experience in a retail merchandising role.
Commercial, data-driven approach with excellent analytical skills.
Strong Excel and data handling expertise.
Clear communicator with a collaborative mindset.
Resilient, customer-focused, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Experience within a large-scale retail environment.
Familiarity with merchandising software and tools.

Details of this Merchandiser role:

Hours of work: Monday to Friday 8:30 – 17:00 (Can be flexible)
Hourly rate of pay: £23.00ph
Location: Crewe
Duration: 2-3 months
Please note: Only candidates who meet the requirements will be contacted for this role. If this opportunity isn’t quite right for you, please contact your local branch to discuss other available roles.