Average Merchandising Administrator salary in Manchester

Merchandiser Opportunity | Manchester Based | Flexi Working | Strong Bonus Scheme | Beautiful Product | Global GrowthI am currently working on behalf of a highly successful and fast-scaling fashion business to appoint a Merchandiser into their growing team.This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially driven merchandising professional to join a dynamic, digital-first retailer with an impressive growth trajectory. The business operates in a fast-paced, trend-focused environment and is looking for someone who can combine strong analytical capability with confident decision-making to support both trading performance and longer-term planning.The successful candidate will take ownership of key merchandising activities across stock management, trade performance, forecasting and strategic planning, while working closely with a number of cross-functional stakeholders across the business.The opportunity:This role will suit an experienced Merchandiser who is comfortable operating at pace, using data to inform decisions and taking a proactive approach to both opportunity and risk. It offers strong visibility across the wider business and the chance to make a genuine impact on commercial performance.Key responsibilities:Lead seasonal reviews and post-season analysis, using trading insight to shape future merchandising strategy and improve overall product performance.Own weekly trade reporting, identifying key risks, opportunities and emerging trends, and making clear recommendations to drive sales and margin.Monitor best sellers, slow movers and potential stock issues, taking timely action to protect performance and minimise missed opportunity.Manage stock intake and availability through effective use of WSSI, ensuring stock is balanced against demand and performance targets.Take ownership of OTB management, helping to control spend, support intake decisions and maintain flexibility within the departmental plan.Support markdown, promotional and exit strategies, working closely with senior merchandising leadership to manage stock efficiently through the product lifecycle.Partner with Design and Product teams to ensure merchandise planning aligns with seasonal direction, customer demand and commercial objectives.Work closely with Supply Chain and suppliers to support timely delivery, stock flow and cost efficiency, particularly around key launches and trading periods.Collaborate with teams across E-commerce, Marketing and Finance to ensure merchandising decisions are aligned with wider business goals.Provide guidance and day-to-day support to junior team members, helping to prioritise workload and maintain strong operational delivery.Candidate profile:I am keen to speak with candidates who can demonstrate:Previous merchandising experience within a fashion or retail environment.Strong commercial awareness and the ability to interpret data to support trading decisions.Experience working with WSSI, OTB and broader stock planning tools.A solid understanding of forecasting, stock management, intake planning and trading analysis.The confidence to work cross-functionally and build effective relationships across multiple departments.Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-moving environment.Previous experience supporting or developing junior members of a team.Package:The opportunity comes with a highly competitive benefits package, including:Annual bonus25 days' holiday, plus bank holidaysAdditional day off for your birthdayFlexible working around core hoursCycle to work schemeEnhanced pension contributionEnhanced maternity and sick payGenerous staff discountHealthcare BH36370

Merchandiser | Manchester | £45k - £50k | Leadership | Growth | Ownership | Hybrid & Flexi WorkingWe are partnering with a growing fashion brand that has built an exceptional reputation for both product quality and brand ethos. With a strong culture, excellent staff retention and ambitious growth plans across the UK and international markets, this is an exciting opportunity to join a business that is continuing to go from strength to strength.Operating across multiple channels, the business is now looking to appoint a commercially focused Merchandiser who can play a key role in driving trading performance while helping to establish and strengthen merchandising best practice across the organisation.The Role:This is a broad and highly visible role, suited to a product-focused merchandiser who enjoys operating close to the product while also bringing structure, process and commercial rigour to the function.Key responsibilities include:Building and managing WSSI frameworks to support effective trading and stock controlDriving sales, stock and margin performance across key product categoriesManaging and maintaining the critical path to ensure timely product delivery and launch executionPartnering closely with buying, design and supply chain teams to support commercial decision-makingProviding detailed analysis and actionable insight to support forecasting and trading activityHelping to establish and embed merchandising best practice and planning fundamentalsManaging and developing a growing merchandising teamAbout You:You are a commercially minded merchandiser with a strong product focus and the ability to combine hands-on trading capability with leadership and process improvement.You will bring:Proven merchandising experience within fashion, apparel or a related product-led environmentStrong understanding of WSSI management, forecasting and stock planningExperience managing the critical path within a fast-paced retail environmentExcellent analytical and commercial skillsA collaborative approach and the ability to work cross-functionallyPrevious experience managing or mentoring team membersA proactive mindset and enthusiasm for helping shape and improve merchandising processesWhy Apply?This is an opportunity to join a values-led business with an excellent culture, exciting growth trajectory and genuine long-term potential. You will have the chance to make a visible impact, work with strong product and leadership teams, and play a key role in supporting both UK and international expansion.If you are looking for a role where you can combine product passion, commercial ownership and leadership development, we would love to hear from you.BBBH36200

Visual MerchandiserUp to £30,000 Greater ManchesterWe’re looking for a Beauty Merchandising Co-ordinator to join a fast-moving retail merchandising team launching an exciting beauty brand into one of the UK’s biggest high street retailers.This is not your average merchandising role. You’ll be the go-to expert across stores — coaching teams, keeping beauty stands flawless, and making sure shelves stay stocked because these products fly out fast.The role:Covering Manchester, Liverpool & Leeds Field-based with travel across your region (and occasionally UK-wide launches) Full-time | 37.5 hours | 5 days out of 7 Early shifts: 6:00am – 2:30pmWhat you’ll be doing:• Keeping beauty displays looking flawless and launch-ready • Training and coaching in-store merchandisers • Making sure stores hit merchandising standards and compliance targets • Driving sales through strong stock management and stand maintenance • Spotting problems before they become problems • Building brilliant relationships with store teams and clients • Providing detailed feedback and store photographyWhat we’re looking for: Love retail, beauty or merchandising Have experience coaching or training others Thrive in fast-paced environments Take pride in immaculate standards Are organised, proactive and target-driven Can confidently work independently Don’t mind early starts and travel Have a full UK driving licence and access to a car If your idea of satisfaction is a fully stocked beauty stand and a perfectly executed planogram… we want to hear from you.