Merchandising Manager in North West

Merchandising Manager | Manchester | Hybrid & flexible hours | Up to £70,000 + bonus + excellent benefits

About The Business:

Our client is an industry leader in their product area, and a business that's still growing. What really sets them apart, though, is their people. They've built a culture that's collaborative, supportive and genuinely enjoyable to work in, and turnover is remarkably low. People join, develop and stay.

They've also invested heavily in their systems and processes over the last five years. That means you'll be stepping into a well-equipped function with strong tools and clear ways of working, so your focus can go on driving performance and developing your team rather than fixing the basics.

The Role:

As Merchandising Manager, you'll own the merchandising strategy for the European Retail business, covering 500+ stores and concessions. You'll lead a team of 14, with 4 direct reports, and be a key partner to the wider commercial team.

What You'll be Doing:

• Leading the end-to-end merchandising of the European Retail business, from planning through to in-season trading
• Setting and delivering sales, margin and stock targets across 500+ stores and concessions
• Managing stock intake, allocation and replenishment to maximise availability and sell-through
• Identifying trading opportunities and risks, and turning them into clear actions
• Working closely with Buying, Retail, Finance and Supply Chain teams to deliver the commercial plan
• Leading, coaching and developing a team of 14, building capability for the future
• Making the most of the business's investment in systems and processes to drive continuous improvement

What You'll Bring:

• Proven experience at Merchandising Manager level, or a strong Senior Merchandiser ready to step up
• A background in multi-site retail, ideally including concessions and international or European markets
• Strong commercial and analytical skills, with confidence making data-led decisions
• Experience leading and developing teams, including managing managers
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels

What's on offer

• Salary up to £70,000
• Bonus scheme
• Strong benefits package
• Hybrid working with flexible hours
• A stable, people-first culture in a growing business that invests in its people and its tools

If you're a merchandising leader looking for a business where you can make a real impact and genuinely enjoy the place you work, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now or get in touch for a confidential conversation.

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