Merchandiser
Merchandising Planner – Global Retail Brand A rare opportunity has arisen to join a globally recognised, high-profile retail brand as a merchandising planner, based in West London. This is a pivotal role with real influence over purchasing strategy, working across multi-channel retail including stores, eCommerce, and marketplaces. You’ll take ownership of category planning, buying decisions, and margin performance, partnering with major external licensees and senior internal stakeholders. Leading a team of four, you’ll balance commercial strategy with hands-on analysis—driving performance while confidently challenging decisions where needed. This role offers strong visibility, including exposure to director-level stakeholders, and the chance to shape product strategy at scale. Key responsibilities include:
- Owning purchase volumes, forecasting, and margin control
- Leading pre-season and in-season planning across channels
- Managing and developing a high-performing team
- Partnering with major external licensees and negotiating effectively
- Driving data-led decisions and influencing senior stakeholders
- Identifying risks and opportunities to optimise trading performance
- Proven experience in merchandising planning within a retail environment
- Strong background working with licensed products/partners is essential
- Experience with toys is a plus (not essential)
- A highly analytical, data-driven mindset (advanced Excel essential)
- Confident leadership and stakeholder management skills
- The ability to operate with autonomy and conviction in a matrix environment
- £56-58,000 + 15% bonus
- Hybrid working (4 days office, 1 day WFH)
- Private medical, dental, staff discount, life assurance and additional benefits
- Excellent progression and development opportunities
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