Head of Merchandising and Product Strategy

1 week ago


Walsall, Walsall, United Kingdom Poundland Full time

Poundland is seeking a seasoned Head of Merchandising to spearhead the development and implementation of customer-centric and profitable merchandise strategies for General Merchandise categories. As a key member of the buying team, you will collaborate to curate and manage product assortments that align with customer needs and company objectives. Your leadership skills will drive high performance through coaching, mentoring, and development of the merchandising team. You will oversee category budget setting, including sales, margin, stocks, and options, and establish robust merchandising processes that streamline operations and enhance efficiency. The ideal candidate will have strong merchandising planning skills, experience in general merchandise or clothing retail, and a proven track record of working cross-functionally with key stakeholders. They will also possess exceptional leadership skills, strong communication and influencing abilities, and current Head of Merchandising experience or a highly experienced Senior Merchandiser ready for the next step in their career. If you're excited by the opportunity to help shape the future of merchandising at Poundland, we'd love to hear from you. Our company has evolved into a retail powerhouse with over 900 stores and nearly 18,000 dedicated colleagues across the UK and Republic of Ireland. We cultivate an environment where every colleague can thrive and contribute to our mission of providing amazing value to millions of customers. Our commitment to excellence, inclusion, and sustainability forms the foundation of our culture, empowering our team members to be the best versions of themselves while making a meaningful impact on the communities we serve. We have just three behaviours that lie at the heart of everything we do and keep us on track: Love our customers, Care for our colleagues, and Protect the Pounds and Euros. By living our behaviours every day, we've created a land that is fun, friendly, and full of surprises—a place where our people can truly be the best versions of themselves. As a Head of Merchandising, you will be responsible for developing and implementing strategies that drive business growth and customer satisfaction. You will lead a team of merchandising professionals and work closely with buying, finance, and supply chain functions to achieve business objectives. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of customer trends and commercial performance, as well as experience in general merchandise or clothing retail. They will also possess exceptional leadership skills, strong communication and influencing abilities, and current Head of Merchandising experience or a highly experienced Senior Merchandiser ready for the next step in their career. If you're passionate about retail and have a proven track record in merchandising, we'd love to hear from you. Our company offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a generous holiday allowance, pension scheme, and life assurance cover. We also provide opportunities for professional development and career growth, as well as a fun and supportive work environment. By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the retail industry and contribute to our mission of providing amazing value to millions of customers. Our company is committed to excellence, inclusion, and sustainability, and we strive to create a culture that empowers our team members to be the best versions of themselves. We have just three behaviours that lie at the heart of everything we do and keep us on track: Love our customers, Care for our colleagues, and Protect the Pounds and Euros. By living our behaviours every day, we've created a land that is fun, friendly, and full of surprises—a place where our people can truly be the best versions of themselves. As a Head of Merchandising, you will be responsible for developing and implementing strategies that drive business growth and customer satisfaction. You will lead a team of merchandising professionals and work closely with buying, finance, and supply chain functions to achieve business objectives. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of customer trends and commercial performance, as well as experience in general merchandise or clothing retail. They will also possess exceptional leadership skills, strong communication and influencing abilities, and current Head of Merchandising experience or a highly experienced Senior Merchandiser ready for the next step in their career. If you're passionate about retail and have a proven track record in merchandising, we'd love to hear from you.



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