Senior Merchandise Planner – Immediate Start

We are recruiting for an experienced Senior Merchandise Planner to join an established international fashion and lifestyle brand on a temporary contract.

Candidates must be immediately available and not on a notice period to be considered.

This role will focus on financial planning, sales forecasting and inventory management across wholesale accounts, working closely with commercial teams to maximise sales and profitability.

Key responsibilities:

• Developing pre-season sales, stock and financial plans for wholesale partners.




• Managing open-to-buy budgets, stock flow and seasonal forecasts.




• Analysing sales performance, sell-through and inventory levels to identify risks and opportunities.




• Working closely with buying, finance and commercial teams to support business objectives.




• Producing KPI reports and providing recommendations to improve commercial performance.




• Developing long-term financial plans and supporting strategic business growth.




• Supporting and mentoring junior team members.

About you:

• Extensive experience in merchandise planning or merchandising within fashion or retail.




• Previous wholesale or key account planning experience would be highly advantageous.




• Strong knowledge of WSSI, OTB, sales forecasting and inventory management.




• Advanced Excel skills and excellent analytical capabilities.




• Commercially minded, proactive and confident managing multiple priorities.




• Excellent communication skills and experience working with cross-functional teams.

The role offers hybrid working, with a minimum of 3 days per week based in the Central London office.

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