Please note this role is based at our office in Kemble three days per week, with two days worked from home.

Searching for your next adventure? Looking to join a growing company with great prospects? Then come and join one of the UK’s largest outdoor retailers as our Visual Merchandising Strategist.

As part of the Cotswold Outdoor Group,  Cotswold Outdoor is joined by  Runners Need and  Snow + Rock to support outdoor enthusiasts by providing excellent customer service and a range of products from world leading brands, all whilst promoting and encouraging sustainability!

Please note this role is 40 hours per week.

How will you make an impact?

• Developing and delivering seasonal visual merchandising strategies with keystakeholders
• Translating creative concepts into practical guidelines and best practices for stores and regional teams
• Partnering with field teams to gather feedback, track implementation and ensure consistent execution
• Collaborating with marketing, buying, and retail operations to align product focus with brand priorities
• Analysing performance, trends and customer insights to recommend improvements and guide future strategies

You'll fit right in if...

• You have a solid understanding of visual merchandising principles and how to create a great customer experience
• You’re commercially aware, keeping on top of retail cycles, product launches, and trends
• You can develop clear visual merchandising guidelines and are confident using creative tools like Adobe Creative Suite or PowerPoint
• You’re organised, able to manage projects, interpret data, and solve problems along the way
• You bring creativity, attention to detail, and a customer-first mindset to everything you do
• You enjoy collaborating with others, communicating clearly, and adapting in a fast-paced environment

What's in it for you?

Colleagues make a company, so we believe in offering a total reward package that’s more than just base salary. As part of our team you’ll receive:

• Base salary of £38,500 - £40,000 per annum
• Bonus of up to £1,500 per annum
• 40-60% discount across our range of products
• 33 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays)
• Company pension scheme
• Access to Perkbox, allowing you to save money all year round. Whether it’s supermarket savings or days out, the daily coffee or a summer holiday - there’s something to suit everyone’s lifestyle.

But there's more, for a full list of what we offer check out our website -  Rewards And Benefits

Everyone's welcome

We welcome applications from all genders, backgrounds, and experiences. Diverse teams make us stronger, helping us learn, grow, and create a place where everyone belongs.

We want to hear your voice so encourage you to write your own application and use AI tools sparingly. We’re looking for honesty, authenticity, and a real sense of who you are. Applications that feel generic or AI-generated may not stand out.

This advert may close early if we receive a high number of applications, so don’t wait too long to apply.