The role of Merchandising Analyst in the retail industry involves analysing sales data and inventory trends to optimise stock levels and support business growth. Based in Trafford, this position requires a detail-oriented professional with strong analytical capabilities. Client Details The hiring company is a well-established organisation in the retail sector, dedicated to delivering quality products and services to its customers. They are a medium-sized business with a reputation for fostering a supportive and professional work environment. Description Analyse sales and inventory data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement. Monitor stock levels and ensure optimal stock availability across all retail locations. Collaborate with the buying and planning teams to forecast demand and manage stock replenishment. Prepare and present regular reports on merchandising performance to stakeholders. Support the implementation of pricing strategies to maximise profitability. Evaluate the effectiveness of promotional campaigns and recommend adjustments as needed. Assist in developing and maintaining category plans to align with business objectives. Identify and resolve discrepancies in stock data to maintain accurate records. Profile A successful Merchandising Analyst should have: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail. A background in retail or merchandising, with knowledge of industry practices. Experience in using data analysis tools and software to interpret trends. Excellent communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams. The ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines effectively. A proactive approach to identifying opportunities for process improvement. Job Offer A competitive salary ranging from 26,000 to 30,000 per annum. Free parking available on-site for employees. Convenient location in Trafford with excellent transport links. Opportunity to work in a professional and supportive environment in the retail industry. A permanent position with room for growth and development. Merchandising Analyst
Jul 27, 2026
Full time
The role of Merchandising Analyst in the retail industry involves analysing sales data and inventory trends to optimise stock levels and support business growth. Based in Trafford, this position requires a detail-oriented professional with strong analytical capabilities. Client Details The hiring company is a well-established organisation in the retail sector, dedicated to delivering quality products and services to its customers. They are a medium-sized business with a reputation for fostering a supportive and professional work environment. Description Analyse sales and inventory data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement. Monitor stock levels and ensure optimal stock availability across all retail locations. Collaborate with the buying and planning teams to forecast demand and manage stock replenishment. Prepare and present regular reports on merchandising performance to stakeholders. Support the implementation of pricing strategies to maximise profitability. Evaluate the effectiveness of promotional campaigns and recommend adjustments as needed. Assist in developing and maintaining category plans to align with business objectives. Identify and resolve discrepancies in stock data to maintain accurate records. Profile A successful Merchandising Analyst should have: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail. A background in retail or merchandising, with knowledge of industry practices. Experience in using data analysis tools and software to interpret trends. Excellent communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams. The ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines effectively. A proactive approach to identifying opportunities for process improvement. Job Offer A competitive salary ranging from 26,000 to 30,000 per annum. Free parking available on-site for employees. Convenient location in Trafford with excellent transport links. Opportunity to work in a professional and supportive environment in the retail industry. A permanent position with room for growth and development. Merchandising Analyst
A leading global luxury fashion e-commerce business is looking for a talented Junior Pricing Analyst to join its growing Merchandising team. This is an excellent opportunity for an analytical and commercially minded individual to develop their career within a fast-paced retail environment, supporting pricing strategy, promotional activity, reporting and process improvement initiatives. Working closely with the Pricing Manager and wider commercial teams, you will help drive pricing performance, deliver valuable insights and support the execution of promotional campaigns that enhance business results. Key Responsibilities Pricing & Promotional Analysis Support the setup and execution of promotional campaigns in partnership with Merchandising and Site Trading teams. Work closely with senior pricing stakeholders to identify risks and ensure promotional activities align with commercial objectives. Deliver post-promotion analysis and provide recommendations to support future campaigns. Analyse pricing performance, promotional effectiveness, and wider commercial initiatives. Produce regular reporting and identify trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement. Pricing Operations & Execution Execute pricing changes and promotional activity accurately and within agreed timelines. Collaborate with Merchandising, Buying, and Site Trading teams to maintain pricing accuracy across all systems. Validate pricing updates and investigate any pricing-related issues. Process Improvement & Systems Support ongoing improvements to pricing processes and workflows. Assist with the implementation and testing of new pricing tools and system enhancements. Become a key user of pricing systems, providing support and guidance to internal stakeholders. Act as a first point of contact for pricing-related system and process queries. About You Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail. Good Excel skills, including Pivot Tables and VLOOKUP functions. An interest in pricing, commercial analytics, and business performance. Comfortable working with large datasets and turning data into actionable insights. Proactive, inquisitive and keen to learn new systems and technologies. Strong communication skills with the ability to build effective relationships across multiple teams. Previous experience within retail, e-commerce, merchandising, pricing or analytical roles Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Office Angels. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.
Jul 24, 2026
Seasonal
A leading global luxury fashion e-commerce business is looking for a talented Junior Pricing Analyst to join its growing Merchandising team. This is an excellent opportunity for an analytical and commercially minded individual to develop their career within a fast-paced retail environment, supporting pricing strategy, promotional activity, reporting and process improvement initiatives. Working closely with the Pricing Manager and wider commercial teams, you will help drive pricing performance, deliver valuable insights and support the execution of promotional campaigns that enhance business results. Key Responsibilities Pricing & Promotional Analysis Support the setup and execution of promotional campaigns in partnership with Merchandising and Site Trading teams. Work closely with senior pricing stakeholders to identify risks and ensure promotional activities align with commercial objectives. Deliver post-promotion analysis and provide recommendations to support future campaigns. Analyse pricing performance, promotional effectiveness, and wider commercial initiatives. Produce regular reporting and identify trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement. Pricing Operations & Execution Execute pricing changes and promotional activity accurately and within agreed timelines. Collaborate with Merchandising, Buying, and Site Trading teams to maintain pricing accuracy across all systems. Validate pricing updates and investigate any pricing-related issues. Process Improvement & Systems Support ongoing improvements to pricing processes and workflows. Assist with the implementation and testing of new pricing tools and system enhancements. Become a key user of pricing systems, providing support and guidance to internal stakeholders. Act as a first point of contact for pricing-related system and process queries. About You Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail. Good Excel skills, including Pivot Tables and VLOOKUP functions. An interest in pricing, commercial analytics, and business performance. Comfortable working with large datasets and turning data into actionable insights. Proactive, inquisitive and keen to learn new systems and technologies. Strong communication skills with the ability to build effective relationships across multiple teams. Previous experience within retail, e-commerce, merchandising, pricing or analytical roles Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Office Angels. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.
hackajob is collaborating with Sainsbury's DTD to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role. We'd all like amazing work to do, and real work-life balance. That's waiting for you at Sainsbury's. Here, everything in our Sainsbury's stores starts out in Sainsbury's Commercial. Whether it's the product, proposition, packaging or price, or the fact that something tastes great, our team is responsible for all food, non- food and Clothing items available in Sainsbury's stores, digitally and on demand. You'll discover it's incredibly fast-paced. People here are in it together and not afraid to take risks. They're enthusiastic too, and their amazing leadership team is right behind them. The knowledge and experience you gain here could set you up for career moves anywhere else in the business. So, if you're passionate about your products and just as hungry to learn, you'll fit in perfectly. Why join us Since our first store opened in London in 1869, we've offered delicious food at competitive prices all over the country. What's more, we've been able to innovate and provide what our customers want, almost before they know they want it. That's down to people like our Range Merchandisers - and pretty soon, that could be someone like you. What you'll do You'll use your skills in data analysis to identify trends and turn them into meaningful insight. And you'll change what a range carries by combining historical data, range and space expertise, market insights and category knowledge with a category's commercial strategy. That way, you'll spot range opportunities and offers that customers want. It'll see you manage events for the range and support the Range Analyst with key initiatives across functions. You'll also act as a business partner with stakeholders to project manage ranging and merchandising within their area. Who you are Analytical with project management experience, you'll have a good understanding of merchandising principles - and how to apply them. You'll be adept at data analysis and spotting trends, and comfortable handling multiple projects with different timelines and stakeholders. Your product, market and consumer knowledge will be key, and that will help you make decisions even when there are conflicting demands. You'll also be able to build a network right around the business, and have the confidence to present a clear, convincing point of view. Lastly, you'll be comfortable with ambiguity and happy to try a number of approaches until you find the one that works. Essential criteria: Demonstrable experience in merchandising , with a strong understanding of merchandising principles and their application to commercial decision-making. Strong analytical capability , with experience interpreting data, identifying trends, and converting insight into clear recommendations and actions. Experience managing projects and competing priorities , delivering outcomes across multiple workstreams simultaneously. Proven ability to work effectively with stakeholders at all levels , building relationships and driving alignment across a range of teams. Strong organisational and planning skills , with the ability to manage deadlines and coordinate activity in a fast-paced environment. Ability to communicate complex information clearly , using data and insight to influence decisions and support business objectives. We are committed to being a truly inclusive retailer, so you'll be welcomed whoever you are and wherever you work. Around here, there's always the chance to try something new - whether that's as part of an evolving team or somewhere else across the business - and we take development seriously and promise to support you. We also recognise and celebrate colleagues when they go the extra mile and, where possible, offer flexible working. When you join our team, we'll also offer you an amazing range of benefits. Here are some of them: Starting off with colleague discount, you'll be able to get 10% off at Sainsbury's, Argos, TU and Habitat after 4 weeks. This increases to 15% off at Sainsbury's every Friday and Saturday and 15% off at Argos every pay day. We've also got you covered for your future with our pensions scheme and life cover. You'll also be able to share in our success as you may be eligible for a performance-related bonus of up to 10% of salary, depending on how we perform. Your wellbeing is important to us too. You'll receive an annual holiday allowance, and you can buy additional holiday. We also offer other benefits that will help your money go further such as season ticket loans, cycle to work scheme, health cash plans, pay advance (where you can access some of your pay before pay day) as well access to a great range of discounts from hundreds of other retailers. And if you ever need it there is also an employee assistance programme. Moments that matter are as important to us as they are to you which is why we give up to 26 weeks' pay for maternity or adoption leave and up to 4 weeks' pay for paternity leave. Please see for a range of our benefits (note, length of service and eligibility criteria may apply).
Jul 23, 2026
Full time
hackajob is collaborating with Sainsbury's DTD to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role. We'd all like amazing work to do, and real work-life balance. That's waiting for you at Sainsbury's. Here, everything in our Sainsbury's stores starts out in Sainsbury's Commercial. Whether it's the product, proposition, packaging or price, or the fact that something tastes great, our team is responsible for all food, non- food and Clothing items available in Sainsbury's stores, digitally and on demand. You'll discover it's incredibly fast-paced. People here are in it together and not afraid to take risks. They're enthusiastic too, and their amazing leadership team is right behind them. The knowledge and experience you gain here could set you up for career moves anywhere else in the business. So, if you're passionate about your products and just as hungry to learn, you'll fit in perfectly. Why join us Since our first store opened in London in 1869, we've offered delicious food at competitive prices all over the country. What's more, we've been able to innovate and provide what our customers want, almost before they know they want it. That's down to people like our Range Merchandisers - and pretty soon, that could be someone like you. What you'll do You'll use your skills in data analysis to identify trends and turn them into meaningful insight. And you'll change what a range carries by combining historical data, range and space expertise, market insights and category knowledge with a category's commercial strategy. That way, you'll spot range opportunities and offers that customers want. It'll see you manage events for the range and support the Range Analyst with key initiatives across functions. You'll also act as a business partner with stakeholders to project manage ranging and merchandising within their area. Who you are Analytical with project management experience, you'll have a good understanding of merchandising principles - and how to apply them. You'll be adept at data analysis and spotting trends, and comfortable handling multiple projects with different timelines and stakeholders. Your product, market and consumer knowledge will be key, and that will help you make decisions even when there are conflicting demands. You'll also be able to build a network right around the business, and have the confidence to present a clear, convincing point of view. Lastly, you'll be comfortable with ambiguity and happy to try a number of approaches until you find the one that works. Essential criteria: Demonstrable experience in merchandising , with a strong understanding of merchandising principles and their application to commercial decision-making. Strong analytical capability , with experience interpreting data, identifying trends, and converting insight into clear recommendations and actions. Experience managing projects and competing priorities , delivering outcomes across multiple workstreams simultaneously. Proven ability to work effectively with stakeholders at all levels , building relationships and driving alignment across a range of teams. Strong organisational and planning skills , with the ability to manage deadlines and coordinate activity in a fast-paced environment. Ability to communicate complex information clearly , using data and insight to influence decisions and support business objectives. We are committed to being a truly inclusive retailer, so you'll be welcomed whoever you are and wherever you work. Around here, there's always the chance to try something new - whether that's as part of an evolving team or somewhere else across the business - and we take development seriously and promise to support you. We also recognise and celebrate colleagues when they go the extra mile and, where possible, offer flexible working. When you join our team, we'll also offer you an amazing range of benefits. Here are some of them: Starting off with colleague discount, you'll be able to get 10% off at Sainsbury's, Argos, TU and Habitat after 4 weeks. This increases to 15% off at Sainsbury's every Friday and Saturday and 15% off at Argos every pay day. We've also got you covered for your future with our pensions scheme and life cover. You'll also be able to share in our success as you may be eligible for a performance-related bonus of up to 10% of salary, depending on how we perform. Your wellbeing is important to us too. You'll receive an annual holiday allowance, and you can buy additional holiday. We also offer other benefits that will help your money go further such as season ticket loans, cycle to work scheme, health cash plans, pay advance (where you can access some of your pay before pay day) as well access to a great range of discounts from hundreds of other retailers. And if you ever need it there is also an employee assistance programme. Moments that matter are as important to us as they are to you which is why we give up to 26 weeks' pay for maternity or adoption leave and up to 4 weeks' pay for paternity leave. Please see for a range of our benefits (note, length of service and eligibility criteria may apply).
Job Title: SRD System Expert (Blue Yonder / Planogram Generator) Location: London (Hybrid - 3 Days Onsite per Week) Contract: 9-Month Initial Contract (Potential Extension) Start Date: ASAP The Opportunity We are currently seeking an experienced SRD System Expert with deep expertise in Blue Yonder and Planogram Generator (PG) to join a leading UK retail organisation during a significant business transformation programme. This is a highly technical role that will play a critical part in maintaining the stability, performance, and operational effectiveness of key merchandising and space planning systems while internal SMEs focus on a major transformation initiative. You will act as the go-to technical authority across the Space, Range & Display (SRD) technology landscape, ensuring critical systems continue to support operational teams effectively throughout a period of change. This opportunity is ideally suited to someone who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, thrives in a fast-paced retail environment, and can quickly add value with minimal onboarding. Key Responsibilities Technical System Ownership Act as the subject matter expert for Blue Yonder, Planogram Generator, and associated SRD systems. Provide technical leadership and guidance across merchandising and space planning platforms. Ensure system stability, performance, and operational effectiveness. Troubleshooting & Incident Resolution Investigate and resolve complex platform, build, capacity, and system performance issues. Diagnose technical defects and identify root causes within the Blue Yonder environment. Manage and prioritise system action logs and support queues. Deliver timely solutions to minimise operational disruption. Transformation Programme Support Provide specialist expertise to support a major transformation programme. Work closely with project and operational teams to ensure continuity of service. Support testing, system enhancements, process improvements, and deployment activities. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the SRD technology landscape. Stakeholder Collaboration Partner with operational and transformation teams to ensure business requirements are supported. Communicate technical issues and resolutions clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Support prioritisation activities and workload management across multiple workstreams. Essential Skills & Experience We are keen to speak with candidates who can demonstrate: Strong hands-on experience with Blue Yonder Proven expertise supporting Planogram Generator (PG) environments Advanced troubleshooting and technical problem-solving skills Strong analytical and data investigation capabilities Experience supporting merchandising, retail planning, space planning, or category management systems Ability to independently diagnose and resolve complex platform issues Strong communication and stakeholder management skills Experience working within fast-paced operational environments Desirable Experience Retail Space Planning or Space, Range & Display (SRD) experience Technical support or application support background Experience supporting large-scale transformation programmes Exposure to planogram and merchandising technologies Experience working within large enterprise retail environments Ideal Candidate The successful candidate will be a highly technical Blue Yonder specialist with strong Planogram Generator experience and a proven track record of supporting critical retail systems. You'll be comfortable taking ownership of technical issues, troubleshooting complex system challenges, and providing expert guidance within a transformation-driven environment. Rather than a business analyst or product-focused background, we're looking for someone who enjoys getting into the detail of systems, data, and platform support. Why Apply? Join a major retail transformation programme Take ownership of critical merchandising and planning systems Work within a collaborative and established SRD function Opportunity to make an immediate impact in a high-profile contract role Hybrid working with flexibility built in If you have deep Blue Yonder and Planogram Generator expertise and are looking for your next contract opportunity, we'd love to hear from you. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
Jul 22, 2026
Contractor
Job Title: SRD System Expert (Blue Yonder / Planogram Generator) Location: London (Hybrid - 3 Days Onsite per Week) Contract: 9-Month Initial Contract (Potential Extension) Start Date: ASAP The Opportunity We are currently seeking an experienced SRD System Expert with deep expertise in Blue Yonder and Planogram Generator (PG) to join a leading UK retail organisation during a significant business transformation programme. This is a highly technical role that will play a critical part in maintaining the stability, performance, and operational effectiveness of key merchandising and space planning systems while internal SMEs focus on a major transformation initiative. You will act as the go-to technical authority across the Space, Range & Display (SRD) technology landscape, ensuring critical systems continue to support operational teams effectively throughout a period of change. This opportunity is ideally suited to someone who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, thrives in a fast-paced retail environment, and can quickly add value with minimal onboarding. Key Responsibilities Technical System Ownership Act as the subject matter expert for Blue Yonder, Planogram Generator, and associated SRD systems. Provide technical leadership and guidance across merchandising and space planning platforms. Ensure system stability, performance, and operational effectiveness. Troubleshooting & Incident Resolution Investigate and resolve complex platform, build, capacity, and system performance issues. Diagnose technical defects and identify root causes within the Blue Yonder environment. Manage and prioritise system action logs and support queues. Deliver timely solutions to minimise operational disruption. Transformation Programme Support Provide specialist expertise to support a major transformation programme. Work closely with project and operational teams to ensure continuity of service. Support testing, system enhancements, process improvements, and deployment activities. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the SRD technology landscape. Stakeholder Collaboration Partner with operational and transformation teams to ensure business requirements are supported. Communicate technical issues and resolutions clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Support prioritisation activities and workload management across multiple workstreams. Essential Skills & Experience We are keen to speak with candidates who can demonstrate: Strong hands-on experience with Blue Yonder Proven expertise supporting Planogram Generator (PG) environments Advanced troubleshooting and technical problem-solving skills Strong analytical and data investigation capabilities Experience supporting merchandising, retail planning, space planning, or category management systems Ability to independently diagnose and resolve complex platform issues Strong communication and stakeholder management skills Experience working within fast-paced operational environments Desirable Experience Retail Space Planning or Space, Range & Display (SRD) experience Technical support or application support background Experience supporting large-scale transformation programmes Exposure to planogram and merchandising technologies Experience working within large enterprise retail environments Ideal Candidate The successful candidate will be a highly technical Blue Yonder specialist with strong Planogram Generator experience and a proven track record of supporting critical retail systems. You'll be comfortable taking ownership of technical issues, troubleshooting complex system challenges, and providing expert guidance within a transformation-driven environment. Rather than a business analyst or product-focused background, we're looking for someone who enjoys getting into the detail of systems, data, and platform support. Why Apply? Join a major retail transformation programme Take ownership of critical merchandising and planning systems Work within a collaborative and established SRD function Opportunity to make an immediate impact in a high-profile contract role Hybrid working with flexibility built in If you have deep Blue Yonder and Planogram Generator expertise and are looking for your next contract opportunity, we'd love to hear from you. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
Job Title: SRD System Expert (Blue Yonder/Planogram Generator) Location: London (Hybrid - 3 Days Onsite per Week) Contract: 9-Month Initial Contract (Potential Extension) Start Date: ASAP The Opportunity We are currently seeking an experienced SRD System Expert with deep expertise in Blue Yonder and Planogram Generator (PG) to join a leading UK retail organisation during a significant business transformation programme. This is a highly technical role that will play a critical part in maintaining the stability, performance, and operational effectiveness of key merchandising and space planning systems while internal SMEs focus on a major transformation initiative. You will act as the go-to technical authority across the Space, Range & Display (SRD) technology landscape, ensuring critical systems continue to support operational teams effectively throughout a period of change. This opportunity is ideally suited to someone who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, thrives in a fast-paced retail environment, and can quickly add value with minimal onboarding. Key Responsibilities Technical System Ownership Act as the subject matter expert for Blue Yonder, Planogram Generator, and associated SRD systems. Provide technical leadership and guidance across merchandising and space planning platforms. Ensure system stability, performance, and operational effectiveness. Troubleshooting & Incident Resolution Investigate and resolve complex platform, build, capacity, and system performance issues. Diagnose technical defects and identify root causes within the Blue Yonder environment. Manage and prioritise system action logs and support queues. Deliver timely solutions to minimise operational disruption. Transformation Programme Support Provide specialist expertise to support a major transformation programme. Work closely with project and operational teams to ensure continuity of service. Support testing, system enhancements, process improvements, and deployment activities. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the SRD technology landscape. Stakeholder Collaboration Partner with operational and transformation teams to ensure business requirements are supported. Communicate technical issues and resolutions clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Support prioritisation activities and workload management across multiple workstreams. Essential Skills & Experience We are keen to speak with candidates who can demonstrate: Strong hands-on experience with Blue Yonder Proven expertise supporting Planogram Generator (PG) environments Advanced troubleshooting and technical problem-solving skills Strong analytical and data investigation capabilities Experience supporting merchandising, retail planning, space planning, or category management systems Ability to independently diagnose and resolve complex platform issues Strong communication and stakeholder management skills Experience working within fast-paced operational environments Desirable Experience Retail Space Planning or Space, Range & Display (SRD) experience Technical support or application support background Experience supporting large-scale transformation programmes Exposure to planogram and merchandising technologies Experience working within large enterprise retail environments Ideal Candidate The successful candidate will be a highly technical Blue Yonder specialist with strong Planogram Generator experience and a proven track record of supporting critical retail systems. You'll be comfortable taking ownership of technical issues, troubleshooting complex system challenges, and providing expert guidance within a transformation-driven environment. Rather than a business analyst or product-focused background, we're looking for someone who enjoys getting into the detail of systems, data, and platform support. Why Apply? Join a major retail transformation programme Take ownership of critical merchandising and planning systems Work within a collaborative and established SRD function Opportunity to make an immediate impact in a high-profile contract role Hybrid working with flexibility built in If you have deep Blue Yonder and Planogram Generator expertise and are looking for your next contract opportunity, we'd love to hear from you. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
Jul 22, 2026
Contractor
Job Title: SRD System Expert (Blue Yonder/Planogram Generator) Location: London (Hybrid - 3 Days Onsite per Week) Contract: 9-Month Initial Contract (Potential Extension) Start Date: ASAP The Opportunity We are currently seeking an experienced SRD System Expert with deep expertise in Blue Yonder and Planogram Generator (PG) to join a leading UK retail organisation during a significant business transformation programme. This is a highly technical role that will play a critical part in maintaining the stability, performance, and operational effectiveness of key merchandising and space planning systems while internal SMEs focus on a major transformation initiative. You will act as the go-to technical authority across the Space, Range & Display (SRD) technology landscape, ensuring critical systems continue to support operational teams effectively throughout a period of change. This opportunity is ideally suited to someone who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, thrives in a fast-paced retail environment, and can quickly add value with minimal onboarding. Key Responsibilities Technical System Ownership Act as the subject matter expert for Blue Yonder, Planogram Generator, and associated SRD systems. Provide technical leadership and guidance across merchandising and space planning platforms. Ensure system stability, performance, and operational effectiveness. Troubleshooting & Incident Resolution Investigate and resolve complex platform, build, capacity, and system performance issues. Diagnose technical defects and identify root causes within the Blue Yonder environment. Manage and prioritise system action logs and support queues. Deliver timely solutions to minimise operational disruption. Transformation Programme Support Provide specialist expertise to support a major transformation programme. Work closely with project and operational teams to ensure continuity of service. Support testing, system enhancements, process improvements, and deployment activities. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the SRD technology landscape. Stakeholder Collaboration Partner with operational and transformation teams to ensure business requirements are supported. Communicate technical issues and resolutions clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Support prioritisation activities and workload management across multiple workstreams. Essential Skills & Experience We are keen to speak with candidates who can demonstrate: Strong hands-on experience with Blue Yonder Proven expertise supporting Planogram Generator (PG) environments Advanced troubleshooting and technical problem-solving skills Strong analytical and data investigation capabilities Experience supporting merchandising, retail planning, space planning, or category management systems Ability to independently diagnose and resolve complex platform issues Strong communication and stakeholder management skills Experience working within fast-paced operational environments Desirable Experience Retail Space Planning or Space, Range & Display (SRD) experience Technical support or application support background Experience supporting large-scale transformation programmes Exposure to planogram and merchandising technologies Experience working within large enterprise retail environments Ideal Candidate The successful candidate will be a highly technical Blue Yonder specialist with strong Planogram Generator experience and a proven track record of supporting critical retail systems. You'll be comfortable taking ownership of technical issues, troubleshooting complex system challenges, and providing expert guidance within a transformation-driven environment. Rather than a business analyst or product-focused background, we're looking for someone who enjoys getting into the detail of systems, data, and platform support. Why Apply? Join a major retail transformation programme Take ownership of critical merchandising and planning systems Work within a collaborative and established SRD function Opportunity to make an immediate impact in a high-profile contract role Hybrid working with flexibility built in If you have deep Blue Yonder and Planogram Generator expertise and are looking for your next contract opportunity, we'd love to hear from you. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
