Merchandiser

What you'll bring to the team

A job with Merlin isn't like a job anywhere else. With attractions around the world, from rollercoasters to wax figures, we don't trade in suits, handshakes or briefcases. We trade in fun. In smiles, shrieks and spine-tingles. In Memories. In magic. But there are no tricks behind our magic. Instead, there are people like you. Passionate, dedicated people who are committed to making sure our worldwide attractions and guests' experiences are the best they can be.

Due to continuing growth and development of Merlin's attractions and brands on a global scale, we are looking for a Merchandiser to join our Retail department on a 6 months contract basis. The role will be based at our Thorpe Park office, with a hybrid element for those looking for more flexibility.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create a centralised assortment database complete with specifications and photographs
• Work with Buying team to understand suppliers' product capabilities
• Work with the Supply Chain and Merchandising team to understand stock, delivery and shipping capabilities of suppliers and Merlin, within each category, to each attraction
• Rationalise categories by grouping similar spec products into groups and make recommendations to remove duplication and low margin, low sales items
• Collate data required from buying and merchandising teams to conduct RFP's on key parts of the assortment
• Assist buying and merchandising team on creation of an assortment strategy that delivers a compelling range hierarchy, incorporating assortment, space, inventory and fulfilment principles, that meets the needs of our customers and delivers innovation and growth across our attractions

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven Merchandising experience, ideally within leisure, hospitality or retail
• Advanced knowledge of Excel
• Strong analytical skills and forecasting
• Attention to detail
• Experience of working on a direct basis with Far East supplier

Benefits

We're growing fast and alongside a fun and friendly environment, we offer a fabulous package and amazing prospects - ideal if you're already fantastic and want to become even better (our magic can help here). Benefits include Pension, Life Assurance, discretionary company bonus, 28/33 days' holiday including bank holidays, a Merlin Magic Pass which gives you and your friends and family free admission to all of our attractions worldwide, an Enjoy the Ride pass which entitles you and 5 loved ones unlimited entry into your regional attractions, 25% discount in our retail shops and restaurants and 40% discount on LEGO, plus lots more!

If you have any questions or if you require any assistance, because of a disability or medical condition, please contact us by email at [email protected] and one of the team will get back to you as soon as possible.

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