Visual Merchandiser & Buyer

Chichester Cathedral; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A historic religious site in Chichester is seeking a Visual Merchandiser & Buyer to enhance customer experience and drive sales in the Cathedral Shop. This part-time role, at 0.4 FTE with flexible hours, involves selecting products that reflect the Cathedral's heritage and creating engaging displays. Ideal candidates will have experience in retail merchandising and buying, alongside strong communication skills to collaborate with the Visitor Experience Team. Interested applicants should submit their CV and supporting statement via email.

Qualifications

• Experience in retail merchandising and retail buying.
• Ability to work flexibly and balance commitments.
• Strong communication skills to work with Visitor Experience Team.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales through effective product selection.
• Create engaging displays to enhance customer experience.
• Collaborate with Visitor Experience Team on presentation.

Skills

Creativity

Commercial awareness

Customer experience enhancement

Job description

We are seeking a creative and commercially minded Visual Merchandiser & Buyer to help drive sales and elevate customer experience in the Cathedral Shop.

Chichester Cathedral’s shop is a small but beautiful retail space, offering gifts and bespoke products that reflect the spirit and heritage of the Cathedral. We are seeking a creative and commercially minded Visual Merchandiser & Buyer to help drive sales and elevate customer experience through thoughtful product selection and engaging displays. This role will work closely with the Visitor Experience Team on the presentation of the historic Treasury Collection which is displayed in the same space.

This is a flexible role, ideal for someone looking to balance other commitments.

Contract: Fixed Term (24 months)

Part time: 0.4 FTE (14 hours per week), flexible

How to apply

Please send your CV including your supporting statement outlining how your experience makes you a suitable candidate for our role and why you would like to work for Chichester Cathedral to: Val Timlin, our Head of HR at: [e-mail]

Please note that if you are selected for interview, you will be required to complete an amended application form in line with the Church of England’s safer recruitment practice.

Key Dates

• The closing date for applications is 9.00am on Monday 23 February 2026
• Interviews will take place in person in Chichester on Friday 27 February 2026

Visual Merchandiser & Buyer - Recruitment Pack

Monday - Saturday (9.00am - 5.00pm) and Sunday (12.30pm - 2.30pm).

Admission

Admission by donation, recommended £7.00 per person