Trainee Merchandiser

About the Role

Join Primark's merchandising team and play a pivotal role in translating strategic business objectives into expansive growth opportunities. This position offers a unique chance to gain hands-on experience in a fast-moving retail fashion environment while contributing to sales, stock management, and budget achievement.

Key Responsibilities

As a Trainee Merchandiser, you will support the Merchandiser and Assistant Merchandiser with tasks related to delivering sales, stock, and contribution budgets. Your day-to-day work involves analyzing projected sales lines, investigating and resolving data discrepancies, and forecasting future sales. You will also engage closely with product trends to help shape Primark's offerings as the company expands its presence across the UK, Europe, and the US.

What We Offer

• 27 days annual leave plus public holidays, with an option to purchase an additional 5 days.
• Flexible working arrangements, opportunities for early finishes on Fridays, and access to a subsidised cafeteria.
• Exclusive Primark perks including discounts through partnerships with local businesses near our offices.

Candidate Profile

• Analytical mindset with keen attention to detail and comfort working with numerical data.
• Curiosity-driven, capable of identifying and resolving data errors, maintaining stock records accurately.
• Customer-oriented, developing a deep understanding of a diverse, global customer base to contribute valuable insights to the merchandising team.
• Strategic thinker who can independently manage multiple product lines across different regions and identify growth opportunities.
• Proactive in recognizing potential trading opportunities and recommending actionable strategies.
• Organised and excellent at building collaborative relationships to facilitate shipping, delivery processes, and stakeholder engagement.

Primark's Culture and Commitment

Primark values each individual and fosters a supportive environment that celebrates diversity and authentic representation. As a part of our team, you can expect a workplace that encourages your personal and professional development. The company holds a legacy of growth from its roots in Dublin since 1969 to a multi-billion-pound global presence with over 80,000 employees worldwide.

Accessibility and Compliance

We are committed to accommodating accessibility needs throughout the recruitment process, including providing sign language interpreters, assistive technologies, or additional support upon request. Employment offers are contingent on background verifications such as right-to-work, references, education, and in certain cases, criminal and financial checks.