Average Merchandiser salary in Manchester

Location: Manchester Store (Arndale) with occasional travel to our Liverpool Store. Role Overview:As a Visual Merchandiser, you will be responsible for creating an engaging and commercially effective store environment that reflects our brand identity and drives sales. You will combine creativity with strong analytical skills to deliver reactive visual merchandising solutions based on real-time data and trading patterns. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of retail trends, customer behaviour, and digital influence on in-store experience.Responsibilities of a Visual Merchandiser:Ensure all visual merchandising reflects brand guidelines and seasonal campaigns, and is presented to a high standard of presentation across all product categories.Use sales data and analytics to make real-time adjustments to store layouts and product placement.Respond quickly to trading patterns, stock availability, and promotional activity.Understand key commercial metrics (sales, margin, stock turn) and apply them to merchandising decisions.Identify opportunities for upselling and cross-selling through effective product positioning.Create visually appealing displays that inspire and engage customers.Ensure store layout supports ease of navigation and product discovery.Work closely with the Store Manager and the wider retail team to align visual strategy with business objectives.Skills of a Visual Merchandiser:EssentialStrong creative ability with a keen eye for detail.Commercial awareness and understanding of retail KPIs.Ability to interpret sales data and apply insights to visual decisions.Excellent organisational and time-management skills.Strong communication and collaboration skills.Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with digital tools for planning layouts.DesirableExperience in visual merchandising within a sports or lifestyle retail environment.Knowledge of social media trends and their influence on in-store presentation.Understanding of football and lifestyle culture.Relevant qualifications in visual merchandising or retail design.Benefits of a Visual Merchandiser:28 days of annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays).3% Employer Pension Contribution.Staff discount of up to 30% (Pro:Direct Sport Online) and 40% (Do Clothing)National Gym discounts are available through Hussle and Nuffield Health.Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) through AXA Health for staff & family membersAnnual Pay Reviews and Appraisals.‘Refer a friend’ policy, with bonus rewards for successful referrals.Enhanced Sick Pay Scheme for staff with over 5 years length-of-service.What we look for in our team:To add cultural and professional value to the teamBe 100% yourself - we are genuine and love what we doPassion … without it, we would not be where we are todayA true team player - we work hard and play hard togetherWe don’t have time for lone wolves - we build everything togetherA true desire to deliver outstanding customer-focused solutionsA little bit about us:Team ProDirect is built on a passion for sport, product, and service. Our team has worked relentlessly over the past 30 years to ensure we connect athletes worldwide with the best choice of products. We make it our mission to engage with and awaken the passion within our customers; we strive to produce the best possible experience and want them to love sport and sport products as much as we do. We are a hard-hitting and lively band of professionals, dedicated to changing the world of online sports retail.

Job title: Merchandiser Location: Bury- Hybrid- 1 day working from home Salary: Highly competitive Forward Role are proud to be exclusively partnering with this global retailer, who are looking for a Merchandiser to join their team. This role is pivotal in providing support to the wider team to help achieve maximum efficiency. You will be responsible for stock management, identifying opportunities to maximise both product and stores, whilst also leading and managing a small team. Responsibilities for this role, will include: Building and completing product mix packCreate sign off packs for multiple brands and manage critical pathManage the department's intake plans and identify key bookingsIdentify understock/overstock issuesLead weekly trade meetingsRegular review of the WSSI and maintain accurate forecastingCreate quarterly range plansReview and analyse product and store performance To be considered for this role, you must: Have previous experience within a Merchandising role, ideally within a fast-paced environmentHave strong working knowledge of WSSI Have previous experience working across multiple territories (preferred)Have a keen eye for detailBe adaptability and able to work within high-pressured environments As an industry leading, nationwide Marketing, Digital, Analytics, IT and Design recruitment agency, we are continually receiving new assignments to work on, so keep a close eye on our website, Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter pages for a full list of current permanent and interim opportunities as well as marketplace news and fun stuff.Forward Role is operating as an employment agency.

Assistant Merchandiser (AM1) Exclusive opportunity via Zachary Daniels Zachary Daniels are proud to be partnering exclusively with a fast growing, performance led apparel business to recruit an Assistant Merchandiser (AM1) as the company continues to scale across direct to consumer and wholesale channels. This is an excellent opportunity for a Merchandising Admin Assistant or Junior Assistant Merchandiser ready to take the next step within a modern, high growth fashion or activewear environment. The Role: As Assistant Merchandiser, you will support key trading decisions and help ensure stock is in the right place, at the right time, and in the right quantities. Working closely with Merchandisers, you will take increased ownership across reporting, stock management and critical path activity, with exposure to forecasting, allocation and performance analysis across ecommerce and wholesale channels. What we are looking for? We are keen to speak to candidates with experience in a merchandising admin or junior merchandising role who are confident working with numbers, data and trading reports. You will be analytical, commercially curious and comfortable working with greater autonomy. Strong communication skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities are essential. Key Responsibilities: Produce and analyse weekly sales, stock and intake reports Support trading decisions through performance analysis Manage critical paths and supplier communication Monitor inbound deliveries and support stock allocation across channels Maintain system accuracy for product, pricing and promotional data Support range reviews, seasonal planning and cross functional collaboration Why apply? This business is at an exciting stage of growth, offering strong commercial exposure and clear career progression within a fast paced, data driven retail environment. The role is based in Central Manchester with four days in the office and one day from home and offers a salary of £27,000 to £28,000 plus an attractive benefits package. Zachary Daniels are managing this role exclusively and early applications are strongly encouraged. For a confidential conversation, please apply or contact the Zachary Daniels team directly. BH35192