Merchandiser - MP Activewear

Role: Merchandiser

Brand / Business Unit: MP Activewear

Reporting to: Head of Merchandising

Location: THG HQ (WA15 0AF) Manchester - Office Based

About THG Nutrition

THG Nutrition is home to some of the best loved and most trusted names in wellbeing and nutrition, including Myprotein, the world's largest online sports nutrition brand, and its family of brands, Myvegan, Myvitamins and MP Activewear. 

Our brands and people exist to break boundaries; to power and empower those who want more. We break conventions, we’re a force for good, and we keep it real. These are the values that drive our team through every day.

The Role

As a Merchandiser, you will play a key role in planning, trading, and analysing the performance of MP Activewear product ranges. You will work closely with buying, design, and marketing teams to ensure the right products are available at the right time, in the right quantities, maximising sales and profitability.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and manage seasonal product ranges in line with business strategy.
• Analyse sales performance, customer trends, and stock levels to drive commercial decisions.
• Manage inventory levels, forecasting demand and reducing stock risk.
• Collaborate with buying and design teams on range planning and product lifecycle.
• Monitor product performance and implement trading actions to optimise revenue.
• Manage pricing, promotions, and markdown strategies.
• Prepare weekly trading reports and performance insights for senior stakeholders.
• Support new product launches and ensure optimal stock availability across channels.

Skills & Experience

• Previous experience in merchandising, preferably within fashion, sportswear, or e-commerce.
• Strong analytical skills and confidence working with data and forecasting tools.
• Advanced Excel or equivalent data analysis skills.
• Strong commercial awareness and understanding of retail KPIs.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, growth-focused environment.

What’s in it for me? 

Career Development 

• Access bespoke development programmes that have been designed and developed by our in-house L&D team. 
• Develop your expertise through our upskilling programme that is delivered in partnership with an industry-leading training provider. 

Enhanced Leave 

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays. 
• Don’t want to work on your birthday? We don’t either! Enjoy your day off on us! 
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay, depending on length of service. 
• Up to 10 days compassionate leave. 
• Buy back up to 3 days each year. 
• Unlock 2 days volunteer leave after 12 months 

Wellbeing Support 

• Access face-to-face and virtual appointments with our in-house GP. 
• Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), which is provided by Bupa. 
• State-of-the-art on-site gym. 
• Access to our on-site physio. 

Other Perks 

• Save up to 12% on the cost of personal tech through our salary sacrifice scheme. 
• Subsidised bus pass from Manchester City Centre to our ICON office. 
• Up to 50% staff discount on THG brands. 
• On-site staff shop.
• Know someone who would be perfect for THG? Refer them and get up to £1,000 when they pass their probation. 
• Anniversary gifts when you hit 5 and 10 years of service. 
• We are an equal opportunities employer. 

We’re committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that allows everyone to thrive, and strongly encourage all candidates from all backgrounds and identities to apply. 

Please email talent@thg.com if you require any additional support or need to make any adjustments to our recruitment process. You don’t need to disclose your disability or condition; you just need to let us know what support you need or changes you need to make. If you’re not sure, we can work with you to explore the available options.