Marchandiser

Trading Merchandiser

Are your forecasting skills being used to their full potential?

Do you get a say in trading decisions – or are you just reporting the numbers?

Do you have a strong background in merchandising, stock control, demand planning, trading or similar operational roles?

We’ve partnered with a hugely popular home textiles manufacturer. They’re looking for a Trading Merchandiser to join their fantastic team in Derbyshire! You’ll take ownership and support the day-to-day trading activity, collaborating with internal teams to drive product performance - ensuring timely, data-backed decisions.

What you’ll get

• Salary c£38k
• Pension scheme
• Health cash plan
• Hybrid/flexible working options
• Birthday off!

About you

• You’re confident with data and always questioning what the numbers are telling you
• You’ve worked in forecasting, merchandising, demand planning or trading support and understand the demands that come with it
• You’re highly proficient in Excel – pivot tables, formulas, lookups – the works
• You’re organised, calm under pressure and love the challenge of working in fast-paced trading environments
• You can easily build strong relationships, working with both internal teams and external customers
• You’re commercially switched-on. You think like a customer and know what drives sales
• You’re not one to shy away. You take ownership, flag issues early and get stuck in wherever necessary

About the role

• You’ll support the Commercial Trading Manager in the planning and execution of new product launches
• You’ll lead and manage SKU-level forecasting across multiple ranges
• You’ll own the day-to-day trading rhythm – supporting the product lifecycle from launch to markdown
• You’ll monitor forecasts for new lines and in-season availability to keep sell through and stock flow healthy
• Tracking performance, you’ll highlight risks and help shape quick response plans
• You’ll be the key contact between internal teams, making sure each dept is aligned on commercial and operational plans
• Jump into ad hoc tasks that support wider commercial goals

About the company

• A business that’s doubled in recent years
• Supplier to the UK’s largest home textiles retailer
• Supportive, close-knit team with a collaborative approach
• Clear scope for personal and professional development