Merchandiser

Flair Rugs; Glossop; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job description

Are you a Merchandiser looking for your next challenge? Based in Glossop, just 25 minutes east of Manchester, this hybrid role at Flair Rugs offers you the chance to make a real impact in a fast-growing business. With a strong focus on teamwork, collaboration, and a passion for our products, you’ll contribute to the success of a thriving, family-owned business. This is more than just a role – it’s an exciting opportunity for continuous learning and problem-solving, ensuring you play a key part in our incredible journey.

Who Are We?

Established in 1984, and now the largest in our sector, we are a diverse, dynamic, and fast paced business with real ambition. We are currently experiencing a very exciting period of growth which in turn means great developmental opportunities for the right person. Our carefully crafted rugs are the centrepieces that bring rooms, and people, together. And that togetherness is the very essence of who we are.

Come and Join Us

In this role, success is in your hands, leveraging data to support key business decisions that ultimately drive results. You’ll rise to challenges with timely, effective solutions and build strong, lasting relationships. Capable of challenging, influencing, and making high-level decisions, you’ll be instrumental in delivering financial performance and shaping our commercial success.

About You

• You’ll have a genuine passion for data, confidently using your sharp analytical skills to uncover opportunities and highlight potential risks.
• With commercial awareness and a keen eye for detail, you’ll spot opportunities others miss and articulate these clearly to drive decision-making.
• You thrive in a fast-paced environment, making data-driven decisions that deliver results, and you’re resilient when facing challenges.
• Skilled in managing and analysing large datasets, you’ll turn complex information into actionable insights that can be easily communicated across all levels.
• A natural collaborator, you’ll build strong relationships with teams and stakeholders at all levels, ensuring clear communication and alignment towards shared goals.
• Proactive and growth-driven, you’re always looking for continuous improvement, tackling problems head-on with confidence and clarity.

Key Skills

• Demonstrated experience within a merchandising and/or supply chain setting.
• Understanding of supplying to retailers is preferred but not essential.
• Strong commercial acumen and understanding of business impact.
• High attention to detail.
• Focused on continuous improvement.
• Experienced in managing and analysing large data sets.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building at all levels.
• Strong project management and prioritisation in fast-paced environments.
• Able to perform well under pressure.

Main Responsibilities Include

• Optimise product assortments to ensure the right mix, availability, and service levels.
• Track sales, stock, and margins to inform trading decisions on ranges, promotions, and intake.
• Collaborate with suppliers to align stock flow with demand and seasonal trends.
• Plan and execute seasonal merchandising strategies to maximise sales.
• Work with internal teams to ensure accurate stock forecasting and allocation.
• Lead trade meetings, presenting sales trends, opportunities, and managing merchandising projects.

Salary: £34,000 - £37,000

Contract: Full Time, Permanent, 37.5 hours per week

Hybrid Working

While you’re finding your feet at Flair, you will spend most of your days in the office where we work the core hours of 09:30 – 15:30 Monday – Friday with flexible start/finish times according to your schedule and location needs.

Benefits Include But Are Not Limited To

• Pension Scheme
• Health Cash Plan
• Free Onsite Parking
• Newly Refurbished Office
• Colleague Discount

Recruitment Agencies

Thank you for your interest in supporting our hiring efforts. We appreciate your outreach and enthusiasm. Please be advised that, at this time, we are exclusively managing our recruitment processes internally. We have a dedicated team proficient in sourcing, screening, and selecting candidates aligned with our company's values and objectives. While we value the services provided by external recruitment firms, we have opted to maintain direct control over our hiring procedures. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to potential future collaborations.

Last But Certainly Not Least

At Flair, we're an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and treat everyone fairly, regardless of age, disability, gender, marital status, race, religion, or other characteristics. Our recruitment and employment decisions are based solely on merit and business needs.