Merchandiser - Accessories

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 3 May 2026
LOCATION
London
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
CATEGORY
Retail
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SKILLS

Stock Management Sales Analysis Forecasting WSSI Process Retek Excel Team Management Allocation

FULL DESCRIPTION

Merchandiser - Accessories

[Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] is hiring a Merchandiser for Accessories in London, UK. This is a permanent, full-time position with a competitive salary plus benefits.

Job Introduction

We are looking for a Merchandiser to join our team.

As a Merchandiser, you will:

  • Maximise full price sales and profitability through effective distribution of stock by ensuring the right stock is in the right place at the right time.
  • Co-ordinate the planning process for own areas, working with the Merchandise Manager and Buying teams and providing quantitative support as required.
  • Work in conjunction with the buying teams to influence department strategies and to monitor stock and commitment and make recommendations to highlight risks and minimise markdown.
  • Analyse full price sell through by brand and category and make recommendations to the buying teams.
  • Manage the WSSI process (weekly) including; ensuring commitment and OTBis managed through accurate forecasting
  • Manage and deliver markdown within budget as agreed with Merchandise Manager
  • Work with buying and merchandise teams to plan and present financial plan to Merchandise Manager and Head of.
  • Analyse sales densities and make recommendations for change
  • Ensure that terminal stock issues are highlighted early and agree action plan with Merchandise Manager and Buying team
  • Identify opportunities and manage the process for Transfer of stock
  • Prepare departmental CAPEX with Buyers and present for approval to Merchandise Manager and Head Of.
  • Make decisions regarding allocation of stock to stores and communicate to Allocators for action
  • Promote best use of key systems (Retek, Excel) and attend training where necessary
  • Oversee smooth deliveries of stock from the DC to stores to ensure maximum sell through
  • Attend floorwalks with retail operations and ensure team maintains regular contact and deals promptly with shop floor queries
  • Manage and develop a merchandising team.

A bit about you:

  • Highly numerate and analytical
  • Currently in a similar role
  • Well-developed influencing skills
  • Strong people manager
  • Proactive and resilient
  • Attention to detail
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Able to work as part of a team

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