Merchandise Analyst (Fixed-Term) – Watford – up to £45,000

This is a five month FTC, working two days in the office.

Are you a commercially minded analyst with a passion for turning data into actionable insights? We're partnering with a leading global retail business to find a talented merchandise analyst to join a fast-paced and collaborative merchandising team.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in driving product performance, supporting strategic decision-making, and influencing inventory and trading outcomes across a large and dynamic retail operation.

What you'll be doing

· Analysing sales, stock and performance data to identify trends and opportunities
· Producing regular reports and dashboards to support trading decisions
· Working closely with Merchandising, Buying and Planning teams to optimise inventory performance
· Supporting forecasting, inventory management and promotional analysis
· Providing insights and recommendations to improve sales, margin and stock efficiency
· Monitoring key KPIs and delivering data-driven commercial solutions

What we're looking for

· Previous experience in an Allocator, Assistant Merchandiser or similar analytical role
· Strong Excel and data analysis skills
· Commercially aware with excellent numerical and problem-solving abilities
· Ability to interpret complex data and communicate insights clearly
· Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
· Experience working within a retail, fashion, lifestyle or consumer goods environment is highly advantageous

What's in it for you

· Paying up to £45,000 and benefits
· Generous holiday allowance
· Bonus potential
· Pension scheme
· Career development and progression opportunities within a global business
· Supportive and collaborative team culture

If you're looking for an opportunity where your analytical skills can directly influence business performance and merchandise strategy, we'd love to hear from you.

How to apply

For more information contact Paul or call him directly on 0207 432 8818.