We are partnering with a high-growth British fashion brand seeking an experienced Head of Merchandising to lead the function and drive profitable growth.
This is a hands-on role within a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment. You will balance strategic planning with detailed day-to-day trading, bringing clear commercial direction and structure as the business scales.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the merchandising strategy, delivering sales, margin and stock targets against ambitious growth plans.
- Own budgets, forecasting, range planning and open-to-buy, adapting quickly to trading performance.
- Partner with Buying to build commercially focused ranges aligned with customer demand and brand direction.
- Lead weekly trading, analysing category and product performance to identify opportunities and drive action.
- Oversee stock intake, allocation and replenishment, maximising full-price sales and managing markdown.
- Collaborate with Finance, Production and Supply Chain on forecasts, deliveries and trading priorities.
- Lead and develop the team, providing clear direction and hands-on support.
- Improve processes, reporting and systems to support continued growth.
About You
- An experienced Head of Merchandising or Senior Merchandising Manager ready to step up.
- Strong fashion experience, ideally within a fast-paced, high-growth business.
- A proven track record of delivering sales, margin and stock targets.
- Highly analytical and comfortable working in the detail, interrogating forecasts and individual product performance.
- A hands-on leader, happy to build reports, investigate stock issues and support the team directly.
- Adaptable and decisive, with the ability to manage shifting priorities and make commercial decisions at pace.
- Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Advanced Excel skills and experience with merchandising and planning systems.
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Head of Merchandising employer: Elite Associates
At Elite Associates, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a vibrant and inclusive work culture. As a Talent Resourcer in our Head Office & Creative team, you will benefit from a clear development plan and training opportunities to advance your career, all while working in the dynamic luxury retail and hospitality sectors. Our commitment to employee growth, coupled with a supportive environment that values collaboration and feedback, makes us an attractive choice for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
