Merchandiser

Job Title: Manager, Merchandise Planning – Replenishment & Carry Forward Location: London, UK Type: 3 Months Contract Organisation unit: Merchandise Planning & Inventory Scope of Job: Merchandise Planning, Replenishment & Carry Forward (Accessories & Children) Purpose This position will manage all Replenishment and Carry Forward planning activities across Accessories and Children within Client’s global planning organisation. They will act as an ambassador for Client, fostering a culture of simplification, innovation and collaboration and driving excellence across their respective areas. In absence of the Senior Manager they will support the team and deputise in all key meetings. They will be responsible for: Managing Global Line Cards and Open to Buy for their Divisions; Delivering Central Collection Open to Buy guidance and providing Seasonal Plans by Region, in line with guidance; Owning relationships and driving collaboration with Central Merchants on Collection Development to ensure assortments meet both financial and creative objectives; Ensuring the timely delivery of insightful commercial analysis in order to drive the business’ sales, sell through and margin; Leading divisional Replenishment planning team in the absence of the Senior Manager Replenishment and Carry Forward, attending meetings as a divisional expert, delegating tasks and managing priorities within the team as necessary Responsibilities Replenishment & Carry Forward OTB Management Responsible for reviewing the Global Replenishment & Carry Forward Sales and Procurement forecast across division, driving performance in line with plans Responsible for managing Global Replenishment & Carry Forward OTB and ensuring adherence to global Weeks of Cover targets for both store and hub Review allocation of SPI products to maintain Target Stock levels in Stores and Hubs Alongside Director of Retail Merchandising, Division, responsible for monthly evaluation of trading with Regional teams to assess in-season management decisions and potential inventory rebalances across regions Responsible for driving insightful commercial analyses to highlight missed opportunities and hindsight for future collection guidance / development particularly with respect for regional ranging Responsible for maintaining stock levers in SPI and overall weeks of cover based on current trading and review/propose adjustments if necessary to future buys, in partnership with Inventory team, Working in partnership with Regions, maintain optimum inventory levels across stores and hub Established as a Subject Matter Experts in their Division and across all Regions Responsible for driving strategic long-term ambition and reviewing vendor projections across Carry forward and Replenishment where relevant on a quarterly and annual basis (3 yrs out) to support Supply Planning Responsible for driving Replenishment and Carry Forward margin improvement Accountable for Replenishment and Carry forward assortment, including additions and delist strategies to ensure key productivity KPIs are maintained. Team Leadership Embody the Client values of Creatively Driven, Open and Caring, Forward Thinking, Proud of our Heritage Manage a team of Planning professionals, providing day to day direction and guidance Create opportunities for talent development across Client’s global planning organisation Actively engage in coaching and mentoring activities, driving individual personal and professional development Regularly deputise for Senior Manager in key meetings. Measures of success Global Replenishment and Carry Forward Full price and Net sales, AUR, and Net Margins Replenishment and Carry Forward weeks of cover (Store & Hub), Replenishment and Carry Forward Sales Forecast accuracy Replenishment Availability Connecting with others This role will partner closely with Inventory Planning, Retail Merchandising, Collection Merchandising, Regional Planning teams, Global Outlet team, Merch Planning Operations, Supply Chain, IT, VM, Store Operations Experience Demonstrated experience managing members of a continuity planning team in a fast paced commercial and luxury environment; fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration and accountability Demonstrated experience across all aspects of Replenishment and Carry Forward planning, including global Open to Buy management, Line Card management and margin planning Customer-oriented when faced with business challenges Solid decision making capability driven by developing strategic product and business initiatives Strong communication skills, with the ability to influence and negotiate with credibility across all levels of the organisation, particularly Chief and SVP Level Dynamic and collaborative style, able to build positive working relationships with cross-functional teams Exceptional attention to detail and analytical skills Experience with SAP would be advantageous

Location: London, GB

Posted Date: 5/1/2025