Merchandising Manager FTC Are you an experienced Merchandising professional looking for an opportunity to shape commercial strategy within a premium fashion brand? Do you enjoy combining merchandising, demand planning and commercial decision making to maximise product performance? Are you at your best in a fast moving SME where you can influence inventory, pricing, product strategy and cross functional planning? MacGregor Black are partnering with a Premium Luxury Fashion brand on the search for a Merchandising Manager to join the business on a 12 month fixed term contract, based in London. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing, entrepreneurial business where merchandising sits at the heart of commercial decision making. Working closely with the CFO and collaborating across Product, Design, Production, Ecommerce and Wholesale, you'll take ownership of inventory strategy, demand planning, pricing and product performance across multiple international channels. Lead demand planning and inventory management across Wholesale, Ecommerce and Retail channels. Optimise stock availability through effective forecasting, allocation and replenishment planning. Manage seasonal orderbooks, providing commercial recommendations around production volumes and inventory decisions. Own and develop the business's continuity product strategy, ensuring stock levels align with commercial demand. Analyse sales performance, inventory, profitability and product trends to identify opportunities for growth. Lead seasonal range planning, product performance reviews and collection analysis. Own pricing strategy, competitor benchmarking and markdown planning to maximise profitability. Produce regular trading reports and commercial insight for senior leadership. Partner with Ecommerce, Wholesale, Design, Marketing, Production and Logistics teams to ensure merchandising plans support wider business objectives. Support product lifecycle planning from concept through to commercial launch. Deliver post season analysis and commercial recommendations to influence future product strategy. Previous Merchandising experience within a luxury, premium or contemporary fashion brand. Strong commercial acumen with experience across demand planning, inventory management and trading analysis. Comfortable interpreting evolving business data to make informed commercial decisions and identify opportunities. Excellent analytical capability with advanced Excel skills. Strong understanding of product lifecycle management and seasonal planning. Competitive salary up to £60,000 + benefits.
Head of Retail, Buying & Merchandising in England employer: MacGregor Black
MacGregor Black is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant and dynamic work environment in our Newcastle & Leeds offices. We prioritise employee growth through tailored development programmes and a meritocratic bonus structure, ensuring that your hard work is recognised and rewarded. Join us to become an expert in the recruitment industry while enjoying significant benefits and a supportive culture that fosters long-term career aspirations.
