Sports Merchandiser

About the role

The Sports Merchandiser is responsible for executing the merchandising strategy for the Sports division, ensuring the right products, quantities and sizes are available across the store network to optimise sell‑through and profitability.

Key responsibilities

• Execute stock delivery according to launch timelines, manage inbound stock and daily inter‑store transfers.
• Monitor size‑level availability, issue replenishment orders and manage aging inventory, including movement to factory outlet.
• Analyse sales and stock data to drive actions, lead reviews with planners and buyers, and define WOS KPIs.
• Provide sell‑through and ROS insights for pre‑buying, support post‑mortems and grade stores for allocation priorities.
• Collaborate with allocators, store operations and conduct store visits to ensure assortment execution matches strategy.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Business (Retail Management preferred); postgraduate qualification advantageous.
• At least 4 years of experience in merchandising, preferably in sports retail.
• Strong execution, attention to detail and ability to act quickly on data insights.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with merchandising systems and data reporting tools.
• Knowledge of SAP ERP (certification advantageous).