Head of Merchandising and Product Development

4 weeks ago


Walsall, Walsall, United Kingdom Poundland Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly experienced Head of Merchandising to lead our General Merchandise team and drive business growth through effective merchandise strategies.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in merchandising planning, with the ability to develop and implement customer-centric strategies that align with company objectives.

As Head of Merchandising, you will be responsible for collaborating with the buying team to curate and manage product assortments, leading and managing the merchandising team, and overseeing category budget setting.

You will also establish and implement robust merchandising processes to streamline operations and enhance efficiency.

Key skills and knowledge required include strong merchandising planning skills, experience in general merchandise or clothing retail, and exceptional leadership skills with a track record of developing high-performing teams.

If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for retail and a proven track record in merchandising, we would love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement customer-centric and profitable merchandise strategies for General Merchandise categories.
  • Collaborate with the buying team to curate and manage product assortments that align with customer needs and company objectives.
  • Lead and manage the merchandising team, driving high performance through coaching, mentoring, and development.
  • Oversee category budget setting, including sales, margin, stocks, and options.
  • Establish and implement robust merchandising processes that streamline operations and enhance efficiency.
Requirements
  • Strong merchandising planning skills with the ability to develop and implement effective strategies.
  • Experience in general merchandise or clothing retail, with a clear understanding of customer trends and commercial performance.
  • Proven success in working cross-functionally with key stakeholders, including finance, operations, and supply chain.
  • Exceptional leadership skills with a track record of developing high-performing teams.
  • Strong communication and influencing abilities to work effectively at all levels of the organisation.
About Us

Poundland is a leading retail company with over 900 stores across the UK and Republic of Ireland. We are committed to providing amazing value to our customers and creating a positive work environment for our colleagues.

We are looking for a talented individual who shares our values and is passionate about retail and merchandising.

If you are excited about the opportunity to join our team and contribute to our mission, we would love to hear from you.



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