At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive commercial performance through planning, forecasting, and inventory management in fashion.
- Company: Join a growing international brand group with globally recognised fashion labels.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, annual bonus, career progression, and a supportive leadership team.
- Other info: Modern office in London with opportunities for development and collaboration.
- Why this job: Be part of an entrepreneurial environment and work with multiple premium brands.
- Qualifications: 4+ years in Merchandising or similar role, strong analytical skills, and passion for fashion.
The predicted salary is between 38000 - 45000 £ per year.
Location: Fitzrovia, London (office based 5 days a week for the 6 months and then 1 day wfh)
Salary: £38,000 - £45,000 + Bonus
We are recruiting on behalf of a growing international brand group that owns and manages a portfolio of globally recognised fashion, lifestyle and premium consumer brands. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious Merchandiser to join a dynamic and entrepreneurial business during a period of growth. Working across multiple brands and product categories, you will play a key role in driving commercial performance through planning, forecasting, inventory management, trading analysis and product assortment strategies.
You will work closely with Product Development, Marketing, Operations and E-commerce teams to ensure the right products are available at the right time, in the right quantities, whilst supporting profitable growth across the business.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare weekly, monthly, quarterly and seasonal trading and inventory reports, providing actionable commercial insights.
- Analyse product, category and promotional performance, identifying opportunities to maximise sales and profitability.
- Conduct post-event and promotional reviews, highlighting successes, learnings and future opportunities.
- Produce seasonal product reviews, identifying best sellers, underperformers and assortment gaps.
- Develop assortment plans and buying recommendations aligned to Open-To-Buy (OTB) budgets and commercial objectives.
- Support seasonal range planning, product selection and purchasing decisions.
- Forecast demand, monitor inventory levels and recommend in-season trading actions.
- Manage replenishment plans and inventory allocations across e-commerce channels.
- Monitor delivery schedules and collaborate with Operations to ensure timely product launches.
- Work closely with Marketing teams to support seasonal launches, promotions and product upload requirements.
- Conduct competitor and market analysis to identify opportunities across product, pricing and promotional strategies.
- Prepare seasonal buy review presentations and trading updates for senior stakeholders.
- Support the Design and Product teams with trend forecasting and commercial product recommendations.
Skills & Experience
- 4+ years' experience in Merchandising, Inventory Planning, Retail Analytics or a similar commercial role.
- Strong analytical skills with advanced Excel capability.
- Experience working with retail, fashion, lifestyle, sportswear or consumer product businesses.
- Understanding of inventory management, forecasting, OTB planning and trading analysis.
- Shopify experience would be advantageous.
- Commercially minded with strong attention to detail.
- Excellent organisational and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Passion for fashion, premium brands, streetwear and consumer trends.
What's on Offer
- Competitive salary of £38,000 - £45,000
- Annual bonus and salary review
- Exposure to multiple recognised global brands
- Excellent career progression opportunities
- Collaborative and entrepreneurial working environment
- Modern London-based office
- Supportive leadership team with genuine opportunities for development
If you are a commercially driven Merchandiser looking for a broader role with exposure to multiple brands and categories, we would love to hear from you.
Buying & Merchandising Executive in London employer: Provallar Executive Search
Join a vibrant and entrepreneurial team in Fitzrovia, London, where your role as a Buying & Merchandising Executive will not only drive commercial success but also offer you exposure to a portfolio of globally recognised fashion brands. With a competitive salary, annual bonuses, and a supportive leadership team, this company fosters a collaborative work culture that prioritises employee growth and development, making it an excellent employer for those passionate about fashion and eager to make a meaningful impact.
Contact Details:
Provallar Executive Search Recruitment Team
