JUNIOR MERCHANDISING MANAGER, WATERFORD & WEDGWOOD
OUR ROLE
Masters of materials, curators of moments, keepers of craft traditions, Waterford and Wedgwood share a vocation: creating meaningful objects of lasting beauty.
Wedgwood has been crafting beautiful fine bone china and designs since 1759. Known around the world for its quality, timeless style, and artistry, our pieces—from iconic Jasperware to modern home décor—reflect the innovation and creativity of our founder, Josiah Wedgwood. Today, we continue his legacy by blending tradition with fresh ideas, inspiring a global audience with our designs.
Established in 1783 in Waterford, Ireland, the Penrose family had the vision of creating the finest quality crystal drinkware and decorative objects. Over 250 years later, honing a mastery of technique passed from generation to generation, Waterford’s elite craftsmanship, precision skills, and artistic excellence continues to produce the world’s most desirable luxury crystal.
Enjoyed by enthusiasts around the world, Waterford has graced the hands of royalty, presidents, music icons and sporting legends.
We are looking for a Junior Merchandising Manager to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to develop their career in merchandising, working closely with cross-functional and cross market teams to drive product performance and deliver strong commercial results. You will ensure that the company's goals, strategies and plans are coherent and consistently executed in alignment to the brand strategy.
Reporting to the Director of Merchandising Waterford & Wedgwood, this hybrid role will be based at our HQ in Barlaston, Staffordshire. Moderate international travel to key markets might also be required.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
In this role you will support the development, optimization, and execution of global merchandising strategies for the Waterford and Wedgwood brands. The role contributes to creating balanced, consumer-led assortments while ensuring commercial viability and alignment with brand direction.
Working closely with the Merchandising Managers, and the Director of Merchandising, this role also assumes ownership for defined parts of the product offering, delivering analysis, recommendations, and operational support throughout the product lifecycle.
- Support the creation of global assortment strategies for Waterford and Wedgwood.
- Assist in developing seasonal and long-term range architecture in line with brand and commercial objectives.
- Maintain and update product line lists and ensure consistency across documentation and systems.
- Support cross-functional alignment to deliver cohesive assortments across markets.
- Own and manage designated product categories, ensuring accuracy, timely updates, and range coherence.
- Support full lifecycle management from ideation to discontinuation for all products within assigned categories.
- Assist in preparing product briefs, lifecycle updates, and gate documentation for internal governance.
- Analyse sell-in, sell-out, SKU productivity, and market adoption trends.
- Identify risks and opportunities based on performance data and propose corrective actions.
- Prepare reporting packs and insights for reviews with senior merchandising leadership.
- Support collection of global and regional market feedback to inform assortment decisions.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
- 1–3 years’ experience in merchandising, buying, planning, or comparable commercial functions.
- Strong analytical capability and proficiency with Excel and data tools.
- High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
- Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong interest in premium consumer goods and product storytelling.
Last day of application:
2026-07-23
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At Fiskars Group, we value providing benefits that matter to you and cater to our diverse global workforce, no matter where you are in the world. While benefits may vary based on location, here are some of the incredible offerings you can expect when joining our team:
Competitive Compensation: We ensure that our employees are fairly compensated based on industry standards and local market factors.
Health and Wellness: Your well-being matters to us, no matter where you are. We offer various health and well-being focused programs like onsite gym and cycle to work scheme.
Employee Support: Life happens, and we’re here to support you. We offer employee assistance programs and resources to address local needs, offering confidential counseling, financial guidance, and other valuable support services.
Work-Life Balance: We understand the need for balance in your life. Our paid time off plans and flexible work arrangements and policies are designed to accommodate local customs and personal commitments, enabling you to thrive in both your professional and personal life.
Professional Development: We believe in nurturing talent and supporting professional growth. Through training programs, skill development initiatives and learning resources, we empower our employees to reach their full potential.
Future Planning: We care about your future. We offer pension plan contributions (both company and employee contribute) providing you with financial security in your post-work years
Inclusive and Diverse Environment: We value diversity and promote inclusivity. Join a workplace where your unique background and perspectives are celebrated, fostering collaboration and respect across all our markets.
Recognition and Rewards: We believe in celebrating and recognizing the contributions of our employees worldwide. Our recognition programs are designed to acknowledge exceptional performance and achievements, ensuring that your efforts are celebrated and valued.
Employee Discounts: We want to ensure our team members make each day the extraordinary with use of our products and offer product discounts across our brands.
Other benefits: Free onsite parking
Please note that specific benefits may vary based on local regulations, market conditions, and other factors. We are committed to providing competitive and meaningful benefits to our employees in every market we operate.
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Pioneering design to make the everyday extraordinary
Fiskars Group (FSKRS, Nasdaq Helsinki) is the global home of design-driven brands for indoor and outdoor living. Since 1649, we have designed products of timeless, purposeful, and functional beauty, while driving innovation and sustainable growth. In 2024, Fiskars Group’s global net sales were EUR 1.2 billion and we had close to 7,000 employees. We have two Business Areas (BA), Vita and Fiskars.
BA Vita offers premium and luxury products for the tableware, drinkware, jewelry and interior categories. Its well-known brands include Georg Jensen, Royal Copenhagen, Wedgwood, Moomin Arabia, Iittala and Waterford. In 2024, BA Vita’s reported net sales were EUR 605 million. Already 50% of BA Vita’s net sales comes from direct-to-consumer sales, comprising approximately 500 stores and approximately 60 e-commerce sites.
BA Fiskars consists of the gardening and outdoor categories, in addition to the scissors and creating, as well as cooking categories. The brands include Fiskars and Gerber. In 2024, BA Fiskars’ net sales were EUR 547 million.
