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Merchandiser
JD Group Plc
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Source date: 11/2/2026
About this role
Responsible to: Merchandise Manager Department: Merchandising Location: Role Overview: JD Group Head Office, Bury, Greater Manchester To lead the team to deliver all Channel Sales, Markdown, Stock, Intake and Profit Plans. Drive business change to achieve company goals/objectives. Key Duties/Responsibilities: Strategy (10%): • With the Buyer review previous season and capture lessons learned. • With the Buyer create the strategy for the department and present • Drive Team development supporting the business to facilitate internal promotions and succession planning Plan (35%): • Approve the proposed grading from the trading Merchandiser for input into the assortment planning process • Review the SMT plan at Buyer Group/Season annually and apply plan at Category/Season level to meet the Buyer Group/Season plan • Quarterly plan at Category/Season level with the Buyer to submit a plan on the System that reflects the best possible mix of product to deliver the KPI’s • Formulate range plan at Store level in conjunction with the Buyer quarterly • Attend selection/pre-selection meetings with the Buyer and suppliers. • Plan the Pre Scheduling to meet the range plan – In conjunction with Assistant Merchandisers Stock (5%): • Overview the ratios for all buys in conjunction with Assistant merchandiser • Ensure that the Buy matches the plan Buy • Manage Intake at category and line level Trade (50%): • Review weekly trading performance and achieved KPI’s, identifying Issues and the course of action in preparation for the weekly trading meetings • Propose and agree actions to recover risk and maximise opportunities with the Buyer at category and line level. • Monthly – Capture all agreed actions in the monthly forecast reviews • Work up the forecast from category/Season level to Buyer Group • Meet and gain approval: Incorporating o Forecasting any sales variance to plan o Creation of OTB’s o Management of commitments – On time delivery, rebuys cancellations o Markdown proposals • Provide Retail with Merchandising aids through the Store Allocators • Manage the range plan in Season reflecting any changes • Create and Manage/monitor sell out dates against all products Establish collaborative working relationships across functions including Online, Store operations, visuals, Marketing, Finance, DC and Stores Behavioural: • Delivering Excellence Working at a consistently high standard & with enthusiasm. you work to deliver a high quality service to meet personal and team expectations. • Responsibility (Delivers results) Take ownership of your work and use your initiative to deliver. Take responsibility for your own actions & decisions • Team Work You work with others to reach a common goal; sharing information, supporting colleagues and searching out expertise and solutions from relevant stakeholders. • Leadership You lead by example through your behaviours and professional approach to work; inspiring your colleagues and driving for results. • Communication You communicate clearly and concisely, ensuring that the message is understood by all. Skills/Experience/Knowledge Needed: • Experience within a similar role is essential • Experience within a sports/fashion retailer is advantageous • Highly numerate and strong commercial focus