Homewares Merchandiser / Product Development Executive

We are seeking a highly organised and commercially minded Merchandiser / Product Development Executive to join our growing team in Leicester. This is an exciting opportunity to work across a rapidly growing, diverse portfolio of licensed consumer products, managing product development and merchandising from concept through to delivery.

The successful candidate will play a key role in coordinating product launches, liaising with factories and licensors, monitoring critical paths, and supporting the development of innovative product ranges for major retail customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage product development projects from concept to production.
• Coordinate with overseas factories, suppliers, licensors, and internal teams.
• Maintain and track critical paths to ensure timely product delivery.
• Source new products, materials, and packaging solutions.
• Prepare product specifications, costing sheets, and development documentation.
• Review samples and manage approval processes.
• Work closely with sales and buying teams to support customer requirements.
• Monitor market trends and competitor activity.
• Ensure all products meet quality, compliance, and licensing requirements.
• Support range planning and merchandising activities.

Skills & Experience Required

• Previous experience in merchandising, product development, buying, or a similar product-focused role.
• Experience within licensed consumer products is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of homewares, kitchenware, pet, ceramics, giftware, or seasonal products would be advantageous.
• Strong organisational and project management skills.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work with international suppliers.
• Commercial awareness and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.

 Please send your CV over to Kat along with a cover letter/email.

We regret that due to the high amount of interest that we receive for each of our vacancies, if you do not hear from one of our consultants within 5 days then unfortunately you have not been shortlisted for this role.

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