Merchandiser

The Role

Step into the role of Merchandiser.

You will be part of the Merchandising Ops team delivering Operational Excellence, taking a forward facing, solution based approach identifying risks and opportunities in every task that is undertaken.

This role sits at the centre of the business and is exposed to key stakeholders every day. Priorities shift quickly, demands change at short notice, and you'll regularly balance competing interests.

A focus on efficiencies, process improvement and collaboration are key attributes needed for success. No two days are the same in the Merch Ops department.

This role is a new role within the team, taking ownership of markdown & clearance stock, managing pricing, channel plans and exit routes and maximising profit with every decision made.

Working Pattern: This is a full time role based at 'The Barn' - Joules' purpose built Head Office in Market Harborough, Leicestershire. The typical hours for this role are 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday and this is an onsite role.

Our Location

Market Harborough in Leicestershire, is where Joules began in 1989. This market town is home to the brand's Head Office and is full of independent shops, bars and restaurants. It also benefits from good transport links to London, making it easily accessible for visitors and commuters alike.

What You'll Do

Optimise surplus sale stock through current channels, managing a markdown timeline and identifying exit routes to maximise profitability.

Seasonal Sale Events: Manage mid and end of season sale events, including item roll-ups, reporting, channel planning, and stock builds adhering to targets set.

Channel Stock Optimisation: Using current and future trading plans, identify the most suitable route for surplus stock across genders, categories, and price points working to terminal stock targets

Age of Stock: Maintain a critical path for surplus stock, taking into account seasonality and product type.

Price Management: Managing pricing through the markdown critical path to maximise cash recovery

Terminal Stock Process: Develop and maintain a range of exit route options for surplus stock, prioritising profit recovery at every stage.

Outlet Stock Management: Manage surplus stock (Mainline and Special Purchase) across the Outlet store estate, taking into account store capacities.

Internal Communication & Relationships: Build and maintain relationships internal with a focus on finance, retail, marketing and product teams

Next Product Operations: Build and maintain relationships with the Next Production Operations team

Future Season Planning: Build recommendations based on clearance stock and feed back to product teams to inform future season planning and reduce repeat stock risk.

We aren't just growing; we're evolving at pace. We are currently on an exciting trajectory and you won't just be part of the journey, you'll be part of driving our commercial evolution during our most exciting chapter yet.

What You'll Bring

We are looking for an experienced professional with a proven track record at Merchandiser or Senior Assistant level.

Technical Savvy: You are a wizard with Excel or Google Sheets and possess a high standard of commercial acumen. You can look at a spreadsheet and see the story behind the numbers.

Organisation: Your attention to detail is second to none. You can prioritise your own workload and approach tasks with a calm, confident energy.

Communication: You are a natural when it comes to negotiation and presentation, able to influence others while remaining approachable and relatable.

Most importantly, you are someone who loves getting things done. You have a bold optimism for the future, you are never afraid to fail and grow, and you celebrate success collaboratively. You embrace change and always give it your all.

Your Application

Due to the high volume of applications received for our roles, please note that applications not accompanied by a relevant cover letter are unlikely to be progressed. Please review the following Joules Cover Letter advice to support your application.

Sponsorship

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. The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate the right to work without sponsorship.

We encourage early applications for our roles, as our recruitment process begins as soon as the role is advertised. If we successfully fill the position, this advert may close earlier than planned.

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.