Junior Merchandiser

Role: Junior Merchandiser
Salary:28000 per annum
Hours:Monday Friday 8:30am 17:00pm
Location:Stonehouse GL10 3EZ Hybrid (2-3 days in the office per week)

At Gardiner Bros we believe how we treat people matters. Starting as a small family run business in 1860 weve grown into a multi-million-pound partner to over 80 global brands including Skechers Crocs Hush Puppies Muck Boots along with our own brands Amblers Safety and Cotswold. We are also proud to distribute to some of the UKs Largest Online Highstreet and Outdoor retailers Next John Lewis Screwfix Mole Valley Cotswold Outdoors Freemans JD Williams Very and Littlewoods to name a few.

What will the Junior Merchandiser role entail

In this role youll support our merchandisers and buyers to manage the full product life cycle from selection to forecasting and stock management. Ensuring we have the right products in the right quantities at the right time.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Monitoring stock levels sales performance and key KPIs making recommendations to the wider Buying Team
• Supporting the management of availability profitability stock days markdowns and SKU performance
• Analysing sales and stock trends to help inform future buying and range decisions
• Supporting the development and planning of product ranges considering commercial and financial requirements
• Assisting with accurate stock forecasting based on sales trends and supplier performance
• Raising and managing supplier orders ensuring documentation and invoices are accurately recorded
• Maintaining order trackers and proactively highlighting any delays or issues
• Building strong relationships with suppliers to ensure orders are placed and delivered on time
• Producing regular stock and sales reports and sharing key insights with the Merchandiser/Buyer
• Working closely with teams across Buying Accounts Sales Customer Services Ecommerce B2C and Warehouse
• Supporting with supplier meetings trade shows and customer visits when required
• Managing product samples including receiving organising sorting and maintaining samples within the warehouse.
• Providing general administrative support and ensuring records and documentation are kept accurate and up to date

What are we looking for in a Junior Merchandiser

We are looking for someone who has experience of working in a buying or merchandising department either as an assistant or a junior merchandiser who is ready to build upon their existing skills and knowledge or looking for a new challenge. Youll be familiar with forecasting seasonal trends and handling large sets of product data.

• Experience working within a merchandising or buying environment
• Strong excel skills including pivot tables VLOOKUPs and formulas
• Excellent analytical and numerical skills with the ability to interpret large amounts of data
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Confident communication skills
• An understanding of forecasting budgeting and sales/purchasing
• An understanding of critical paths and project management would be beneficial

Experience in footwear apparel retail or distribution Great! If not dont worrywell provide all the training needed.

Why Join us

• 25 Days annual leave entitlement
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• Generous staff discounts on all brands we supply
• Life Assurance & Company Pension
• Local Gym Membership Discount
• Free Mortgage advice & 0 Broker Fee
• Eyecare Vouchers

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds experiences and perspectives.

If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process please let us knowwe are happy to help!

Required Experience:

Junior IC