Trading Merchandiser

Description

Are your forecasting skills being used to their full potential?

Do you get a say in trading decisions – or are you just reporting the numbers?

Do you have a strong background in merchandising, stock control, demand planning, trading or similar operational roles?

We’ve partnered with a hugely popular home textiles manufacturer. They’re looking for a Trading Merchandiser to join their fantastic team in Derbyshire! You’ll take ownership and support the day-to-day trading activity, collaborating with internal teams to drive product performance - ensuring timely, data-backed decisions.

What you’ll get

* Salary c£38k

* Pension scheme

* Health cash plan

* Hybrid/flexible working options

* Birthday off!

About you

* You’re confident with data and always questioning what the numbers are telling you

* You’ve worked in forecasting, merchandising, demand planning or trading support and understand the demands that come with it

* You’re highly proficient in Excel – pivot tables, formulas, lookups – the works

* You’re organised, calm under pressure and love the challenge of working in fast-paced trading environments

* You can easily build strong relationships, working with both internal teams and external customers

* You’re commercially switched-on. You think like a customer and know what drives sales

* You’re not one to shy away. You take ownership, flag issues early and get stuck in wherever necessary

About the role

* You’ll support the Commercial Trading Manager in the planning and execution of new product launches

* You’ll lead and manage SKU-level forecasting across multiple ranges

* You’ll own the day-to-day trading rhythm – supporting the product lifecycle from launch to markdown

* You’ll monitor forecasts for new lines and in-season availability to keep sell through and stock flow healthy

* Tracking performance, you’ll highlight risks and help shape quick response plans

* You’ll be the key contact between internal teams, making sure each dept is aligned on commercial and operational plans

* Jump into ad hoc tasks that support wider commercial goals

About the company

* A business that’s doubled in recent years

* Supplier to the UK’s largest home textiles retailer

* Supportive, close-knit team with a collaborative approach

* Clear scope for personal and professional development

Get in touch with us for more information or apply now

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