Merchandise Planning Coordinator, Disney Store, Fixed Term Contract at The Walt Disney Company

London, England, United Kingdom

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Retail, EntertainmentIndustries

Requirements

Recent experience in retail (in-store or merchandising assistant/allocator roles)
Strong relationship-building skills and a collaborative approach
Comfortable working with data and numbers, with strong Excel skills (short Maths assessment at interview stage)
Excellent communication skills and cultural sensitivity for working across EMEA
High accuracy, strong organisation, and problem-solving abilities
Detail-oriented, collaborative individual with a passion for retail and data
Proactive mindset and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

Support the maintenance of department items and communicate assortment changes to inform future orders
Prepare and review weekly sales performance, item mapping, and flow updates
Ensure reporting accuracy and manage stock movement across the supply chain
Own and maintain the order tracker for multiple regions and marketplaces
Provide insights and analytics to support in-season trading decisions
Collaborate with buying and planning teams to ensure timely product releases
Manage planning tasks related to trading performance, intake, and product availability
Ensure allocation mix and range plans are ready for each channel
Identify and communicate stock concerns with clear action plans
Assist with departmental projects and ad-hoc reporting
Utilise planning tools to analyse business performance
Set up liquidation activity accurately across markets and channels

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Merchandise PlanningAssortment PlanningSales AnalysisItem MappingStock ManagementSupply ChainOrder TrackingAnalyticsReportingTrading PerformanceRange PlanningLiquidation ManagementPlanning Tools

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the employment type and duration for this role?

This is a full-time Fixed Term Contract position through May 1st 2026.

Is this role remote or office-based, and what is the working pattern?

The role is based in the Hammersmith, London office and follows a 4-day in-office working pattern, with flexibility to work from home on Friday.

What skills and experience are required for this position?

Recent experience in retail (in-store or merchandising assistant/allocator roles), strong Excel skills, excellent communication skills, high accuracy, strong organisation, and problem-solving abilities are required. There will also be a short Maths assessment at the interview stage.

What is the company culture like for this role?

The culture emphasizes collaboration, connection, and a fast-paced environment where storytelling meets strategy, with a 4-day in-office pattern to support teamwork.

What makes a strong candidate for this Merchandise Planning Coordinator role?

A detail-oriented, collaborative individual with recent retail experience, strong Excel skills, proactive mindset, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with data analysis and cross-regional communication.