Store Trading Assistant Merchandiser

As the Store Trading Assistant Merchandiser, you'll be the Commercial & Stock Trading Specialist supporting our Store Trading Manager in delivering effective distribution strategies across the UK, ROI, and Central Europe. Focusing on our 50 Brand Stores, you’ll help maximise sales and profitability by identifying trading opportunities, optimising store stock levels, and making informed decisions using merchandising and distribution forecasts.

Working closely with Store Stock Planning, Space Planning, and Supply Chain teams, you’ll ensure the right products are in the right places at the right time. You’ll also lead the seasonal stock planning critical path, ensuring smooth execution aligned with key KPIs, events, and logistics patterns, supported by regular store visits and communication with Area Managers.

You will be responsible for:

Supporting Stock planning and Merchandising Strategy for Brand Stores

Executing stock plans that align with brand identity and deliver a consistent customer experience across all locations

Optimizing Product Assortment & Space Planning

Ensuring optimal product mix and space utilization in Brand Stores to maximize sales and profitability.

Driving Launch & Seasonal Planning

Coordinating actions for new product launches and seasonal transitions, ensuring timely execution and alignment with marketing campaigns.

Business Analytics & Performance Insights

Utilizing data analytics to monitor sales trends, stock performance, and customer behaviour; provide actionable insights to improve store performance.

Forecasting & Demand Planning

Collaborating with Supply Chain and SSP teams to ensure accurate forecasting and inventory availability for Brand Stores.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Working closely with the field Retail Area Managers, Buying, Marketing, and Operations teams to deliver cohesive brand strategies and promotional activities.

KPI Management & Reporting

Tracking and report on key performance indicators (sales, margin, cover, space density, availability) to inform decision-making.

Customer-Centric Merchandising

Ensuring store space matrices and product presentation enhances customer experience and drives engagement with the brand.

You will need:

Operational skills relevant for this job:

Inventory Management : Ability to Monitor, Control and Optimize stock levels across multiple markets.

Demand Planning and Forecasting : Using historical data, trends, and predictive analytics to plan stock requirements accurately.

Data Analysis and Reporting : Interpreting sales, stock, and performance data to inform decisions and strategies.

Stock Allocation & Replenishment : Ensuring correct product placement and timely replenishment to meet customer demand.

Excellent team player, with strong collaboration and communication skills to work effectively across departments.

Experience relevant for this job:

Learning Agility: Demonstrated ability to quickly learn new operational and technical skills, with proven experience adapting to new systems and processes.

Stock Planning Expertise: Strong background in store stock planning, with deep understanding of managing complex inventory across multiple locations.

Relevant Experience: Previous experience in Branch Merchandising, Business Analytics, Allocation, or in-store stock management.

Analytical Capability: Highly technical and data-driven mindset, skilled in creating, interpreting, and leveraging data to make informed decisions.

Commercial Acumen: Thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, effectively balancing multiple priorities.

Communication & Influence: Exceptional ability to communicate insights clearly, influence stakeholders, and align cross-functional teams through data-driven recommendations.

What's in it for you:

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Annual bonus scheme of up to 10% of base salary
Holiday starting at 25 days plus a personal day (plus Bank holidays)
26 weeks maternity and adoption leave (after 1 years’ service) at full pay, followed by 13 weeks of Statutory Maternity Pay or Statutory Adoption Pay, we also offer 6 weeks fully paid paternity leave
Free 24/7 virtual GP service, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for you and your family, free access to a range of experts to support your mental wellbeing

About us:

Our vision at Tesco is to become every customer's favourite way to shop, whether they are at home or out on the move. Our core purpose is 'Serving our customers, communities and planet a little better every day'. Serving means more than a transactional relationship with our customers. It means acting as a responsible and sustainable business for all stakeholders, for the communities we are part of and for the planet.

We are proud to have an inclusive culture at Tesco where everyone truly feels able to be themselves. At Tesco, we not only celebrate diversity, but recognise the value and opportunity it brings. We're committed to creating a workplace where differences are valued, and make sure that all colleagues are given the same opportunities. We're a big business with diverse working patterns and many business areas which means that we can find something that works for you. Everyone is welcome at Tesco.

We have recently announced that we will be moving towards a more blended working week – combining office and remote working. Our offices will continue to be where we connect, collaborate and innovate. Please talk to us to about how this can work for you.

NOTE: Should you be successful in your application, your offer will be subject to and conditional upon you providing your bank account details on your agreed start date.

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