Retail Store Merchandiser

Prepare to be part of a dynamic, hard-working, collaborative and inspirational team, creating and bringing product to market season after season for our iconic British brand. You can expect a journey outlined with clear goals and aspirations shared by the whole business whilst building cross-collaborative relationships including the opportunity to work with our Founder; Step into the role of Merchandiser
Discover an exciting opportunity to take on an integral role here at Joules Head Office.
The role of Merchandiser will support the Merchandising team to land the range strategy, in line with the planning of the Business/Trading teams.
Deliver a seasonal range framework using sales & profit analysis and feed-in from internal and external parties to predict future opportunity.
Ensure the range is delivered to hit financial plans, adjusting as required as the critical path progresses and drives the team to deliver actions.
Monitor performance of range against the original plan through re-forecasting and take action to drive additional opportunity and minimise risk.
Be accountable for your department plans as well as accuracy at all times across all systems and data points.
Work closely with Suppliers to share seasonal strategies and plans, communicating and updating regularly on business levels.
Be accountable for your departments forecasting and resulting actions, striving for high accuracy and using all available data to inform views.
Be accountable for stocks being in the right virtual warehouse/location to maximise availability and full price sell through.
Overseeing trading for the department, taking product actions into current and future seasons.
Optimise the current season though OTB management and proactively addressing terminal stock risk, determining the most profitable solutions.
Hold accountability for the Department WSSI, driving business-wide visibility of all KPIs (Sales, Margin, Stock, Markdown, Intake).
To really shine within the role of Merchandiser you must be able to work flexibly and at pace with a passion for the Fashion industry. Have a keen interest in the fashion and retail industry.
Are agile and adapt to the business needs.
Then look no further, the role of Merchandiser at Joules was made for you
Experience as a Merchandiser in a fashion business. Or as an experienced Assistant Merchandiser who has the drive and ambition to step into a more senior role.
Strong Excel/Google Sheets skills.
High standard of commercial acumen and analytical skills with an ability to interpret facts and figures to identify risks and opportunities.
Excellent planning and organisation skills with a high level of attention to detail alongside ability to plan and prioritise your own and team’s workload effectively.
This is a full time, onsite role based at ‘The Barn’ - this is Joules’ purpose built Head Office in Market Harborough, Leicestershire.
This role is office based and requires 5 days a week working onsite.
In accordance with Home Office guidance successful candidates will be required to evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment. Joules does not hold a Sponsor Licence and would not, therefore, be able to sponsor a successful candidate under the Skilled Worker route. Please note that we may close the advert early if the required level of applications is received - this role requires an immediate start so apply now to receive early consideration.
We believe in dressing well for the weekend, every weekend. We are inspired by the countryside, coasts and towns in which we love to spend time. Prepare to be part of a dynamic, hard-working, collaborative and inspirational team, creating and bringing product to market season after season for our iconic British brand. You can expect a journey outlined with clear goals and aspirations shared by the whole business whilst building cross-collaborative relationships including the opportunity to work with our Founder; 23 days holiday plus bank holidays
~ Health and Wellbeing benefits - Opt in Healthcare cash plan, free digital GP via the Aviva App, Wellhub app access with discounted gym membership, free access to an array of health and wellness apps and much more
~ We offer flexible start and finish times and discretionary flexibility to support your needs and help you navigate life's demands as and when your work allows
~25% staff discount on Joules and NEXT products
~ Up to 10% off most NEXT partner Brands & Branded Beauty products
~ Up to 25% off Joules partner Brands
~ Opt-in clothing allowance
~ Access to fantastic discounts at our NEXT staff shop
~ Life assurance
~ Reward Schemes - From a cycle to work scheme to discounts with nearly 1000 retailers
~ Competitive employer pension contributions
~ Financial, physical and mental wellbeing support via our Employee Assistance Program
~ The Cafe - Our infamous on-site cafe offering subsidised, healthy, fresh and varied food available from breakfast through to lunch and beyond
~ Free on-site Parking & low cost EV charging points

Should you need support with your application due to a disability or long-term condition, feel free to get in touch with us by email headoffice_joulesHR@next.co.uk (please include 'Workplace Adjustments' in the subject line), or call us on 0116 284 2486 and leave a voicemail.