We are looking for a Junior Merchandiser on Home ad Gift to join Team OB in our Support Office on a 6 months Fixed Term Contract. As a Junior Merchandiser you will be reporting to the Merchandiser, your role will be to work in partnership with the Merchandiser and Buyer to deliver the department strategy, maximising sales and profitability. You will develop strong working partnerships with both the Buying and Design team and work in collaboration to understand their vision and direction of the product category. You will be confident and dynamic with an analytical approach, a real enthusiasm for Oliver Bonas and our products and a great commercial awareness. You will have experience in managing critical paths, planning forward seasons and analysing trade. Our Support Office is based in Tolworth, near Chessington, only a 30-minute journey from London Waterloo. We offer hybrid working of 3 days in the office and 2 days home working each week. A bit about us At Oliver Bonas (OB), our values of Work Hard, Play Hard & Be Kind are integral to everything we do. Collaboration, imagination, curiosity, and teamwork are key to our success, and everyone has their part to play in making OB a special place to work. Having fun is key, and a playful and positive approach creates an optimistic environment. We don't take ourselves too seriously, but we are serious about what we do. Our team knows their stuff. They're confident and creative and unafraid to challenge convention to find solutions, taking accountability for their actions, but always with kindness and humility. More about the role An OB Junior Merchandiser will: Plan categories at top line considering sales, options, MD and profit to be signed off by Senior Merchandiser/Head of Merchandising Drive lessons learnt, season analysis and strategy meetings prior to pre-season planning Develop strong partnerships with Buyers & Designers to understand their vision and to create the optimum range that's aligns with the brand brief. Considering price architecture and attribute mixes Consider external factors when planning the range, e.g. product trend, strengths and opportunities, competition and store feedback Plan OTB using the WSSI, to ensure intake delivers on time according to business requirements Considers space requirements to deliver correct number of options and ensuring all stores in each grade have a strong offer Planning of the overall intake/ stock levels to optimal stockholding whilst maximising sales Independently manages and trades own department WSSIs by accurately forecasting demand, OTB, analysing commitment requirements and stock position Manage projections and repeat line buys and propose ways to minimise risk for the department With the support of your Senior / Merchandiser, monitor stock levels to ensure right product is available at the right time. Minimising overstock, markdowns, phasing intake accordingly Clearly communicate any upside or risk to sales to the Senior Management Team Oversee the intake process across departments to ensure timely launch Manage the Merchandising Admin Assistant with regards to the allocations, optimisations & stock position across all channels Build relationships with suppliers, to monitor intake issues and support MAAs with resolutions Maintain an awareness of current trading conditions, conducting thorough market and competitor analysis to support proposals regarding potential markdowns, re-prices, and promotions Analyse and present weekly performance, proposing actions to drive sales, across all channels Review best and worst performance at monthly and seasonal level, suggesting and actioning appropriate trading actions Propose price changes and markdowns in line with each department KPIs. Evaluate markdown performance learning lessons to improve future decisions Work closely with VM / Retail Team to ensure all key messages / strategies are relayed in the best way in the stores Represent the Merchandising team to the wider business within set Ambassador roles e.g. Web, Stores, Markdown and Marketplace Effectively manage and motivate line report through development and appraisals Provide regular, constructive feedback to help improve performance, using effective coaching skills to help build competence and confidence Delegate tasks to junior colleagues, ensuring tasks are fairly distributed to broaden skills and knowledge within the team Represent the Merchandising Team across various business projects Independently own a category liaising with design and buying to ensure options are met and the range is evolving Leading weekly product sign offs for your category with HODs and CEO Communicate to design current sales trends to ensure they are designing with these in mind Proven ability to build strong relationships both internally and externally. To be approachable and flexible when dealing with team members at all levels and across all departments To be able to confidently present accurate and relevant data, opinions and proposals to colleagues and senior management Actively organises, prepares, leading meetings where necessary Present and liaise with other departments to deliver the relevant strategies Suggest and implement processes to help with departmental efficiencies Conduct regular visits to stores, identifying opportunities and threats, and making recommendations for process improvements in support of business objectives Bonas Benefits: Generous employee discount up to 50% off all OB products Free access to our 24 hour employee assistance programme with Care First - offering financial, emotional and vocational support Flexible holiday - 33 days (including bank holidays) - increasing to 35 days with length of service Annual discretionary profit related bonus scheme Free membership for our Westfield Health Cash Plan or Private Medical Free access to our onsite gym Cycle to work scheme Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave Equity, Diversity and Inclusivity Voice network and EDI team Mental Health First Aider support What We look for: Experience at Senior Assistant Merchandiser / Junior Merchandiser level Proven track record of working cross functionally with multiple departments Able to effectively lead and inspire MAAs Genuine passion for OB product categories Futura, NetSuite & NSPB experience would be advantageous Effective communicator and strong decision-maker Prepared to take on new challenges with the ability to think outside the box Self-motivated with a "can do" attitude Strong self-awareness of soft skills, identifying opportunities to strengthen these Thrives working in a fast paced, multi-tasking environment Strong analytical skills with attention to detail Ability to plan and organise an ever-changing workload Confidence in presenting to Senior Management Team and ability to flex the style depending on audience Strong Microsoft Office skills in particular Excel Excellent commercial awareness and proven ability to drive profit Equity, Diversity & Inclusion at OB At Oliver Bonas, our promise is to do our bit to make living a joyful experience and give cause for optimism. This promise is central to our work in equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI). To bring joy to others, we must first ensure everyone at OB feels valued, included and most importantly, can be themselves at work. It is important to us that our brand reflects wider society and the communities in which we operate. As a result, we welcome all eligible applicants for this role however we are particularly interested in speaking to eligible candidates from the Black, Asian & Mixed Heritage communities. Oliver Bonas is a Disability Confident Committed employer under the Disability Confident employer scheme. To read more about our ED&I commitments, head over to the EDI page on our website:
Apr 24, 2025
Seasonal
We are looking for a Junior Merchandiser on Home ad Gift to join Team OB in our Support Office on a 6 months Fixed Term Contract. As a Junior Merchandiser you will be reporting to the Merchandiser, your role will be to work in partnership with the Merchandiser and Buyer to deliver the department strategy, maximising sales and profitability. You will develop strong working partnerships with both the Buying and Design team and work in collaboration to understand their vision and direction of the product category. You will be confident and dynamic with an analytical approach, a real enthusiasm for Oliver Bonas and our products and a great commercial awareness. You will have experience in managing critical paths, planning forward seasons and analysing trade. Our Support Office is based in Tolworth, near Chessington, only a 30-minute journey from London Waterloo. We offer hybrid working of 3 days in the office and 2 days home working each week. A bit about us At Oliver Bonas (OB), our values of Work Hard, Play Hard & Be Kind are integral to everything we do. Collaboration, imagination, curiosity, and teamwork are key to our success, and everyone has their part to play in making OB a special place to work. Having fun is key, and a playful and positive approach creates an optimistic environment. We don't take ourselves too seriously, but we are serious about what we do. Our team knows their stuff. They're confident and creative and unafraid to challenge convention to find solutions, taking accountability for their actions, but always with kindness and humility. More about the role An OB Junior Merchandiser will: Plan categories at top line considering sales, options, MD and profit to be signed off by Senior Merchandiser/Head of Merchandising Drive lessons learnt, season analysis and strategy meetings prior to pre-season planning Develop strong partnerships with Buyers & Designers to understand their vision and to create the optimum range that's aligns with the brand brief. Considering price architecture and attribute mixes Consider external factors when planning the range, e.g. product trend, strengths and opportunities, competition and store feedback Plan OTB using the WSSI, to ensure intake delivers on time according to business requirements Considers space requirements to deliver correct number of options and ensuring all stores in each grade have a strong offer Planning of the overall intake/ stock levels to optimal stockholding whilst maximising sales Independently manages and trades own department WSSIs by accurately forecasting demand, OTB, analysing commitment requirements and stock position Manage projections and repeat line buys and propose ways to minimise risk for the department With the support of your Senior / Merchandiser, monitor stock levels to ensure right product is available at the right time. Minimising overstock, markdowns, phasing intake accordingly Clearly communicate any upside or risk to sales to the Senior Management Team Oversee the intake process across departments to ensure timely launch Manage the Merchandising Admin Assistant with regards to the allocations, optimisations & stock position across all channels Build relationships with suppliers, to monitor intake issues and support MAAs with resolutions Maintain an awareness of current trading conditions, conducting thorough market and competitor analysis to support proposals regarding potential markdowns, re-prices, and promotions Analyse and present weekly performance, proposing actions to drive sales, across all channels Review best and worst performance at monthly and seasonal level, suggesting and actioning appropriate trading actions Propose price changes and markdowns in line with each department KPIs. Evaluate markdown performance learning lessons to improve future decisions Work closely with VM / Retail Team to ensure all key messages / strategies are relayed in the best way in the stores Represent the Merchandising team to the wider business within set Ambassador roles e.g. Web, Stores, Markdown and Marketplace Effectively manage and motivate line report through development and appraisals Provide regular, constructive feedback to help improve performance, using effective coaching skills to help build competence and confidence Delegate tasks to junior colleagues, ensuring tasks are fairly distributed to broaden skills and knowledge within the team Represent the Merchandising Team across various business projects Independently own a category liaising with design and buying to ensure options are met and the range is evolving Leading weekly product sign offs for your category with HODs and CEO Communicate to design current sales trends to ensure they are designing with these in mind Proven ability to build strong relationships both internally and externally. To be approachable and flexible when dealing with team members at all levels and across all departments To be able to confidently present accurate and relevant data, opinions and proposals to colleagues and senior management Actively organises, prepares, leading meetings where necessary Present and liaise with other departments to deliver the relevant strategies Suggest and implement processes to help with departmental efficiencies Conduct regular visits to stores, identifying opportunities and threats, and making recommendations for process improvements in support of business objectives Bonas Benefits: Generous employee discount up to 50% off all OB products Free access to our 24 hour employee assistance programme with Care First - offering financial, emotional and vocational support Flexible holiday - 33 days (including bank holidays) - increasing to 35 days with length of service Annual discretionary profit related bonus scheme Free membership for our Westfield Health Cash Plan or Private Medical Free access to our onsite gym Cycle to work scheme Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave Equity, Diversity and Inclusivity Voice network and EDI team Mental Health First Aider support What We look for: Experience at Senior Assistant Merchandiser / Junior Merchandiser level Proven track record of working cross functionally with multiple departments Able to effectively lead and inspire MAAs Genuine passion for OB product categories Futura, NetSuite & NSPB experience would be advantageous Effective communicator and strong decision-maker Prepared to take on new challenges with the ability to think outside the box Self-motivated with a "can do" attitude Strong self-awareness of soft skills, identifying opportunities to strengthen these Thrives working in a fast paced, multi-tasking environment Strong analytical skills with attention to detail Ability to plan and organise an ever-changing workload Confidence in presenting to Senior Management Team and ability to flex the style depending on audience Strong Microsoft Office skills in particular Excel Excellent commercial awareness and proven ability to drive profit Equity, Diversity & Inclusion at OB At Oliver Bonas, our promise is to do our bit to make living a joyful experience and give cause for optimism. This promise is central to our work in equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI). To bring joy to others, we must first ensure everyone at OB feels valued, included and most importantly, can be themselves at work. It is important to us that our brand reflects wider society and the communities in which we operate. As a result, we welcome all eligible applicants for this role however we are particularly interested in speaking to eligible candidates from the Black, Asian & Mixed Heritage communities. Oliver Bonas is a Disability Confident Committed employer under the Disability Confident employer scheme. To read more about our ED&I commitments, head over to the EDI page on our website:
.Merchandise Planner - Audio & Visual Accrington, Lancashire Salary - Competitive + Benefits Permanent Role About the Opportunity Now part of the Fraser Group, Studio Retail Ltd are one of the largest online value retailers in the UK, providing a personal shopping service to over 1.9 million customers each year through our award-winning App. And studio.co.uk and ace.co.uk websites. Our product range is huge, with over 60,000 different products covering clothing & footwear, electrical, household, textile, bedding, furniture, nursery products, gifts and greeting cards. We employ over 1500 colleagues in a wide variety of roles, many of whom have seen their careers grow with us. Our colleagues say they work here because of our people and customers, and we offer everyone the opportunity to develop and progress. Our customers are at the heart of everything that we do. We're currently undertaking a digital transformation program that will deliver the best service to our customers and our colleagues, to make us the leading online value retailer in the UK. As Merchandise Planner you will be: Creating and implementing the category merchandising plan that meets the commercial performance requirements. Providing accurate information to inform and challenge the Buyer's decisions, using the category management tools, on purchasing/stock management/trading of the category product range. Leading and Managing the Junior Merchandise Planner and Merchandise Assistant to fulfil their potential. Managing the operational stock position for the relevant product range. Identifying, building and maintaining key internal and external stakeholder relationships to deliver the right stock cover at all times for the category product range. Who are we looking for? This is a great opportunity for an ambitious individual, keen to join a business going through significant transformation. As Merchandise Planner you will have: Recent and proven track record of delivery consistent results/outcomes as a Merchandiser. Team working and good communication skills. People skills and coaching. Knowledge of the retail sector. Experience of working in a digital and/or publications business. Recent experience of developing supplier relationships within their category product arena. Excellent influencing and negotiation skills. Sound commercial and numerical skills including detailed analysis. Data savvy. Ability to translate complex data. Good stakeholder management skills. Ability to influence peer groups. Why Studio Retail? We have many experienced colleagues who'll tell you they love working at Studio because of the people and the opportunities to develop. It's a fast-paced environment and the offices have a friendly and informal feel to them, no suits required to do a great job here!. We offer a great benefits package including flexible working hours and free parking and would love to hear from you if you think we could be the right company for you.
Sep 22, 2022
Full time
.Merchandise Planner - Audio & Visual Accrington, Lancashire Salary - Competitive + Benefits Permanent Role About the Opportunity Now part of the Fraser Group, Studio Retail Ltd are one of the largest online value retailers in the UK, providing a personal shopping service to over 1.9 million customers each year through our award-winning App. And studio.co.uk and ace.co.uk websites. Our product range is huge, with over 60,000 different products covering clothing & footwear, electrical, household, textile, bedding, furniture, nursery products, gifts and greeting cards. We employ over 1500 colleagues in a wide variety of roles, many of whom have seen their careers grow with us. Our colleagues say they work here because of our people and customers, and we offer everyone the opportunity to develop and progress. Our customers are at the heart of everything that we do. We're currently undertaking a digital transformation program that will deliver the best service to our customers and our colleagues, to make us the leading online value retailer in the UK. As Merchandise Planner you will be: Creating and implementing the category merchandising plan that meets the commercial performance requirements. Providing accurate information to inform and challenge the Buyer's decisions, using the category management tools, on purchasing/stock management/trading of the category product range. Leading and Managing the Junior Merchandise Planner and Merchandise Assistant to fulfil their potential. Managing the operational stock position for the relevant product range. Identifying, building and maintaining key internal and external stakeholder relationships to deliver the right stock cover at all times for the category product range. Who are we looking for? This is a great opportunity for an ambitious individual, keen to join a business going through significant transformation. As Merchandise Planner you will have: Recent and proven track record of delivery consistent results/outcomes as a Merchandiser. Team working and good communication skills. People skills and coaching. Knowledge of the retail sector. Experience of working in a digital and/or publications business. Recent experience of developing supplier relationships within their category product arena. Excellent influencing and negotiation skills. Sound commercial and numerical skills including detailed analysis. Data savvy. Ability to translate complex data. Good stakeholder management skills. Ability to influence peer groups. Why Studio Retail? We have many experienced colleagues who'll tell you they love working at Studio because of the people and the opportunities to develop. It's a fast-paced environment and the offices have a friendly and informal feel to them, no suits required to do a great job here!. We offer a great benefits package including flexible working hours and free parking and would love to hear from you if you think we could be the right company for you.
In this role, you will use your skills in stock management, database management, spreadsheet creation and analysis to improve customer service, stock movement and overall processes within the company, supporting the future growth and expansion both domestically and Internationally. Client Details My client is a leading British based designer, manufacturer and worldwide distributor of furniture, home decor and accessories. With ranges in mirrors, furniture, soft furnishings, lighting and accessories they have an extensive range of over 5000 products exclusively designed in the UK. Description Support the Head of Supply Chain in developing the merchandising plan Analyse past sales figures/trends to anticipate future product needs Pro-actively push back/pulling forward stock as appropriate (before it reaches the UK) Work closely with/supporting the Operations team in relation to varying stock issues Relay the merchandising plan to the buyer who, in turn, can decide on what products, styles, colours etc to purchase and from which suppliers. Monitor stock movement, consider markdowns, promotions or clear outs etc. Prepare sales forecasts and profit/loss forecasts Manage stock levels Represent supply chain throughout the integration on the upgrade of our ERP system and potentially the set up of a new stock system Support the newly extended buying team with report writing and production Profile Previous experience in merchandising and experience with supply chain Experience in dealing with International suppliers advantageous Excellent interpersonal skills are required in this role, as you will have daily contact with stakeholders and suppliers. Being a team player is also highly important and the ability to be autonomous You must be familiar with Microsoft Office, i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Envision Knowledge of ERP systems within Supply chain The ability to adapt to a change in priority or situation Excellent attention to detail Able to multi-task effectively in a fast-moving environment Friendly - outgoing personality, gets on with all types of people Job Offer Salary £35,000 - £42,000 - Dependent Upon Experience Increased Holiday with Long Service Excellent Company Discount Private Healthcare Based in Sittingbourne (Kent)
Feb 25, 2022
Full time
In this role, you will use your skills in stock management, database management, spreadsheet creation and analysis to improve customer service, stock movement and overall processes within the company, supporting the future growth and expansion both domestically and Internationally. Client Details My client is a leading British based designer, manufacturer and worldwide distributor of furniture, home decor and accessories. With ranges in mirrors, furniture, soft furnishings, lighting and accessories they have an extensive range of over 5000 products exclusively designed in the UK. Description Support the Head of Supply Chain in developing the merchandising plan Analyse past sales figures/trends to anticipate future product needs Pro-actively push back/pulling forward stock as appropriate (before it reaches the UK) Work closely with/supporting the Operations team in relation to varying stock issues Relay the merchandising plan to the buyer who, in turn, can decide on what products, styles, colours etc to purchase and from which suppliers. Monitor stock movement, consider markdowns, promotions or clear outs etc. Prepare sales forecasts and profit/loss forecasts Manage stock levels Represent supply chain throughout the integration on the upgrade of our ERP system and potentially the set up of a new stock system Support the newly extended buying team with report writing and production Profile Previous experience in merchandising and experience with supply chain Experience in dealing with International suppliers advantageous Excellent interpersonal skills are required in this role, as you will have daily contact with stakeholders and suppliers. Being a team player is also highly important and the ability to be autonomous You must be familiar with Microsoft Office, i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Envision Knowledge of ERP systems within Supply chain The ability to adapt to a change in priority or situation Excellent attention to detail Able to multi-task effectively in a fast-moving environment Friendly - outgoing personality, gets on with all types of people Job Offer Salary £35,000 - £42,000 - Dependent Upon Experience Increased Holiday with Long Service Excellent Company Discount Private Healthcare Based in Sittingbourne (Kent)
Established in 1994, The Fragrance Shop is the UK's leading independent fragrance retailer. We showcase over 200 fragrance brands available in over 200 stores throughout UK, online at , and via our app and mobile site, as well as over the phone. The Fragrance Shop is on a steep growth track, having developed within the Beauty category, new customer demographic groups that ...... click apply for full job details
Sep 09, 2021
Full time
Established in 1994, The Fragrance Shop is the UK's leading independent fragrance retailer. We showcase over 200 fragrance brands available in over 200 stores throughout UK, online at , and via our app and mobile site, as well as over the phone. The Fragrance Shop is on a steep growth track, having developed within the Beauty category, new customer demographic groups that ...... click apply for full job details
Stock up the beds to have a great nights sleep With over 30 years experience and a genuine passion for sleep, were Britains leading bed specialist, providing customers with everything they need for a great nights sleep. Based at our Bedquarters in High Wycombe, youll be part of the fast paced but fun merchandising team maintaining and allocating stock replenishment...... click apply for full job details
Mar 23, 2021
Full time
Stock up the beds to have a great nights sleep With over 30 years experience and a genuine passion for sleep, were Britains leading bed specialist, providing customers with everything they need for a great nights sleep. Based at our Bedquarters in High Wycombe, youll be part of the fast paced but fun merchandising team maintaining and allocating stock replenishment...... click apply for full job details
Zachary Daniels Recruitment are delighted to be partnered with one of retail's best performing businesses over the last 12 months. My client, based in the North West, is growing massively, they have already added £100 million to their bottom line and predict to surpass £500 million turnover in the next year with growth plans to reach £1 billion T/O in the next 10 years! Due to their growth they are ...... click apply for full job details
Mar 17, 2021
Full time
Zachary Daniels Recruitment are delighted to be partnered with one of retail's best performing businesses over the last 12 months. My client, based in the North West, is growing massively, they have already added £100 million to their bottom line and predict to surpass £500 million turnover in the next year with growth plans to reach £1 billion T/O in the next 10 years! Due to their growth they are ...... click apply for full job details
Zachary Daniels Recruitment are delighted to be partnered with one of retail's best performing businesses over the last 12 months. My client, based in the North West, is growing massively, they have already added £100 million to their bottom line and predict to surpass £500 million turnover in the next year with growth plans to reach £1 billion T/O in the next 10 years! Due to their growth they are ...... click apply for full job details
Mar 17, 2021
Full time
Zachary Daniels Recruitment are delighted to be partnered with one of retail's best performing businesses over the last 12 months. My client, based in the North West, is growing massively, they have already added £100 million to their bottom line and predict to surpass £500 million turnover in the next year with growth plans to reach £1 billion T/O in the next 10 years! Due to their growth they are ...... click apply for full job details
