Junior Merchandiser
THE ROLE
At Debenhams Group, we are on a journey of transformation, revitalising our brand, culture, and connection with colleagues and customers alike. In a fast-changing retail environment, effective and authentic communication is vital to building trust, aligning our teams, and amplifying the impact of our work across internal and external audiences.
We are looking to hire an experienced Junior Merchandiser to work closely with the Senior Merchandiser and Head of Merchandising here at boohoo. Leading a team of AM's and MAA's, you will take responsibility for planning & trading your own department and driving sales.
This is a trading focussed, highly collaborative role that works on the boohoo test and repeat model and rebuy strategy. You will work closely with the Buying team and present weekly to the Senior Leadership team.
This role will be based out of our central Manchester office.
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING
As a Junior Merchandiser you will be building effective and open relationships with all members of the buying and merchandising team, based on reliable, accurate and relevant data. You will be supporting the Head of Merchandising to ensure that the buying function is effectively controlled within the agreed business strategy, and that all necessary frameworks, controls and skill sets are in place to enable the necessary degree of both long term planning and in season trading to maximise business performance.
- Report and present in weekly and monthly trade meetings
- Drive the test and repeat model to trade their product area
- Own a category within the boohoo business and pro-actively manage the area from a sales, profitability and stock perspective
- Review daily and weekly sales performance and action rebuy and markdown where required
- Review over and under performance at product group level and drives trading actions to maximise potential and minimise risk
- Seeds and manages a WSSI by accurately forecasting demand, OTB, returns, AVSP and margin
- Takes ownership of the critical path management and takes appropriate action on issues when they arise
- As well as being competent in preparing trading reports/packs will also make recommendations for reporting improvements across the B&M function and implement
- Takes a strategic approach to driving their department forward through strategy and framework plans
- Continues to work closely Buying, QC and Design and strengthen supplier relationships
- Mentoring and coaching junior members of the team
- Fully aware of the principles and contribution to the overall boohoo business strategy
WHAT WE LOOK FOR
- Currently operating at a Junior Merchandiser Level within a similar business
- Experience managing and owning either a category or area end to end
- Advanced excel skills
- Strong commercial awareness and business acumen
- A fashion eye and understanding of current trends and fashion that is driving the sales
- Excellent communicator
- Great organisation skills
- Is a true ambassador for the brand
- Attends training, meetings and other events as requested by direct manager or the senior leadership team
- Assists colleagues by completing tasks outside of own job role when requested, including supporting associated companies
- Always strives to improve the department’s operation and increase knowledge of own and related job function
- Lead by example as a positive, passionate and enthusiastic member of the team
WORKING WITH US
At Debenhams Group we thrive on change, innovation, and pace. Every challenge is an opportunity, and every day is a chance to push boundaries. If you’re someone who embraces the unknown, thrives in a fast-moving, high-growth environment, and is ready to shape the future of retail, you’ll love it here. We want visionaries, disruptors, and doers—people who bring fresh thinking, relentless energy, and the drive to make an impact.
WHY JOIN US
Our mission is to create a workplace where everyone is respected, individual differences are valued, and people can be themselves at work — without exception.
2025 was a year of significant change for the Group. 2026 is about bold moves, real results and unstoppable momentum. If that excites you, you belong at Debenhams Group.
Our benefits include (subject to level and eligibility):
- Highly competitive bonus scheme, company pension, share schemes, private medical cover and life assurance
- Access to an on-site gym and free weekly Pilates, yoga and fitness classe
- 20% discount across all brands
- Comprehensive wellbeing package
- Dog-friendly offices (in selected locations)
- Ongoing learning and development with strong internal progression
- On-site canteen serving breakfast, lunch, snacks and hot drinks
- Free season ticket loan
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