Commercial Director (Homebased) (Permanent) in London

Commercial Director (Homebased) (Permanent) in London

London Full-Time 90000 - 110000 Β£ / year (est.) Home office (partial)
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead cross-functional commercial strategy and drive high-impact projects in the luxury fashion sector.
  • Company: Join Farfetch, a global platform for luxury fashion with a vibrant creative community.
  • Benefits: Enjoy flexible work arrangements, health insurance, and a pension scheme.
  • Other info: Work in a dynamic environment with opportunities for professional growth and development.
  • Why this job: Shape the future of luxury fashion while collaborating with top brands and innovative teams.
  • Qualifications: Experience in strategy, analytics, or e-commerce at a managerial level is essential.

The predicted salary is between 90000 - 110000 Β£ per year.

FARFETCH exists for the love of fashion. Our mission is to be the global platform for luxury fashion, connecting creators, curators and consumers. We're a positive platform for good, bringing together an incredible creative community made up by our people, our partners and our customers. This community is at the heart of our business success.

The Commercial function at FARFETCH manages supply and pricing on the FARFETCH marketplace in order to drive profitable growth. Working across the business, we deliver at-scale commercial programmes which drive benefits for FARFETCH, our customers, and our partners.

Reporting to the Head of Commercial - Pricing, you will lead cross-functional commercial strategy across global markets and partner with senior leadership on investment-style decisions shaping the business. Operating at the intersection of commercial strategy, data, and pricing, you will define the scope, own the roadmap, and drive high-impact projects. You will work seamlessly with leaders across Marketing, Product, Engineering, Operations, Finance, and Data Science to bring your strategic vision to life and optimize our positioning within key markets.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Construct robust business cases, analytical frameworks, and tools that empower senior leadership to make sharper, data-backed commercial decisions.
  • Potential to manage direct reports and build a high-performing team, fostering a culture of operational excellence and continuous learning within the Commercial function.
  • Oversee the development of scalable tools, processes, and reporting frameworks to continuously monitor our pricing position and mitigate risks across global markets.
  • Own End-to-End Projects: Direct and manage the full lifecycle of complex, cross-functional projects to improve our price position, securing buy-in and support from senior stakeholders across the business.
  • Senior Business Partnering: Act as the primary strategic partner and subject matter expert to a wide spectrum of key stakeholders, both in and out of the Commercial team.
  • Guide the Brand Partnership, Business Development, and Account Management teams, providing them with the frameworks needed to successfully influence and optimize the pricing strategies of our boutique and brand partners.
  • Guide Merchandising & Finance: Collaborate with Merchandising to translate complex data into actionable trading decisions, and partner with Finance to validate forecasting models, ensuring business targets are met.

Experience in Strategy, Analytics, e-Commerce, or Consulting at manager level. You possess strong technical skills for processing and analyzing large datasets: Excel (advanced) and SQL (required), with the ability to translate complex data into clear executive narratives. You have a deeply strategic mindset combined with a relentless focus on operational and commercial excellence. You possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, capable of distilling complex commercial concepts for non-technical audiences. You demonstrate exceptional organizational skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple high-stakes projects simultaneously.

(Desirable): An understanding of the fashion and luxury industry ecosystem.

Rewards & Benefits:

  • Employee Pension Scheme
  • Flexible Benefits Program
  • Health Insurance & Critical Illness cover
  • Flexible work environment (3 days a week in office, 2 days WFH)

Farfetch is an equal opportunities employer ensuring that all applicants are treated equally and fairly throughout our recruitment process. We are determined that no applicant experiences discrimination on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, religion or belief, disability, age, gender identity, ancestry, sexual orientation, veteran status, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

Commercial Director (Homebased) (Permanent) in London employer: Farfetch

Browns Fashion is an exceptional employer that champions individuality and inclusivity, making it a vibrant place for talent to flourish. Located in the heart of London, our open office space fosters collaboration and creativity, complemented by a large outdoor terrace perfect for team gatherings. We offer a flexible work environment, comprehensive benefits, and ample opportunities for professional growth, ensuring that our employees are supported in their career journeys while contributing to the luxury retail landscape.

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Contact Details:

Farfetch Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Commercial Director (Homebased) (Permanent) in London

Commercial Strategy
Data Analysis
Pricing Strategy
Project Management
Stakeholder Management
Excel (Advanced)
SQL