Overview
Footwear & Accessories Merchandiser Jobs in Leicester, England, United Kingdom at Tagged Resources Recruitment specialists supplying Fashion, Beauty, Food and Home
Title: Footwear & Accessories Merchandiser
Company: Tagged Resources Recruitment specialists supplying Fashion, Beauty, Food and Home
Location: Leicester, England, United Kingdom
We are working with a dynamic and trend-led fashion brand seeking a commercially driven Footwear & Accessories Merchandiser to join their growing team. This is a key role responsible for planning, trading, and driving performance across footwear and accessories categories, ensuring the product offer aligns with customer demand, brand strategy, and financial targets.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and deliver seasonal merchandising strategies across footwear and accessories to maximise sales and margin
- Own category planning, forecasting, and WSSI management, ensuring alignment with overall business goals
- Analyse sales, stock, and performance data to identify risks and opportunities, making informed trading decisions
- Collaborate closely with Buying, Design, and Product Development teams to build commercially balanced ranges
- Manage intake, stock levels, and OTB to optimise availability and minimise markdown risk
- Lead weekly trade meetings, presenting performance insights and actionable recommendations
- Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and customer behaviour to inform product and pricing strategies
- Build strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders to support on-time delivery and product success
Requirements
- Proven experience in merchandising, ideally within footwear and/or accessories
- Strong commercial awareness with a data-driven approach to decision making
- Advanced Excel skills and experience managing WSSI and forecasting tools
- Ability to work at pace in a fast-moving fashion environment
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
Desirable
- Experience working within a fashion retail or supplier environment
- Exposure to international markets or multi-channel retail (ecommerce and wholesale)
