Senior Merchandiser

At Net World Sports, we’re not standing still — we’re scaling fast. With major expansion into the US market and continued growth across new sports and product categories, this is a pivotal moment in our journey. As a Senior Merchandiser, you won’t just manage a category — you’ll shape it. You’ll play a strategic role in driving commercial performance, strengthening global supplier partnerships, and influencing the next phase of our international growth.

Working cross‑functionally with Directors, Managers and teams across the business, you’ll have the autonomy, ownership and commercial responsibility to make a genuine impact. This is an opportunity to take the lead in a business that’s ambitious, fast‑moving and ready for its next big step.

• Establish, build and maintain relationships with core suppliers and shareholders, ensuring a strong business relationship
• Negotiate the best cost prices, lead times and payment terms with suppliers
• Produce stock and sales performance reports, highlighting opportunities to drive sales
• Manage pricing across categories to achieve a competitive position without compromising profitability
• Maximize product performance through strong understanding of your range, competitors and the wider retail market
• Work with internal stakeholders and build cross‑department relationships to maximize sales, profit and efficient stock management
• Identify and introduce improved products, checking reviews and refund reports
• Identify and propose improved working practices and support development/training of newer team members

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar fast‑paced role, with buying/purchasing experience essential
• Experience supervising or providing guidance/support to junior team members
• Experience managing overseas suppliers, typically from the East Asia region
• Strong negotiation skills and commercial awareness, identifying trends and stock impact
• Excellent numerical and analytical skills, highly proficient in Excel and Microsoft programs
• Ability to extract data and develop strong awareness of business systems
• Ability to work proactively and re‑actively in a fast‑paced environment and remain calm under pressure
• Highly organised, self‑motivated, detail‑oriented, with strong communication skills and good knowledge of WSSI and category planning

• Health & Wellbeing– Workouts, Run Club, Nature Trail, Wellness Allowances, Gym Memberships, On‑Site Gym (Coming Soon!), Golf Memberships & Mental Health Support
• 29 Days Annual Leave (Including Bank Holidays) – Increases with Length of Service
• Flexible Working Hours
• Social Events– Busy Schedule of Parties, Sports Tournaments, Charity Events & Lots More!
• Table Tennis, Pool Tables & Sports Equipment in the Office
• Additional Benefits Available– Help toBuy Scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme, Discounted Travel Schemes & Lots More!
• Product Discount on Net World Sports & Affiliate Partner Products
• Subsidised On‑Site Bistro – Serving Freshly Prepared Food Every Day for Breakfast & Lunch
• Employee Recognition – Bonus & Commission Schemes and Performance, Length of Service & Life Event Rewards
• Employee Support – Saving Schemes, Legal & Financial Advice, Parental Guidance

• Go above and beyond:
  Get stuck in and show your passion!
• Ideas over hierarchy:
  If you have an idea, speak up! It doesn’t matter what role you’re in, we want everyone to shout about ways the business can develop and improve.
• Be bold, move fast:
  We value speed; we make fast decisions, trust our guts and get things done as efficiently as possible.
• Keep it simple:
  Don’t over‑complicate it!
• Results driven:
  We embrace results that drive positive change, even if it means occasional failure. Mistakes are valuable as long as we learn from them and avoid repeating them.
• Growth:
  We’re a fast‑growing business and we want our staff to grow with us.

Gareth Davies (Recruitment Specialist) /  / /