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Accessories Retailer - Buying and Merchandising - Assortment Planner Central London (Hybrid & Flexible Working) 12-Month FTC Are you a Buyer with exceptional analytical skills or a Merchandiser with a sharp eye for product? This could be your next move. We're partnering with a globally recognised brand to find a the ideal candidate to play a key role in shaping product strategy, driving performance, and bringing commercial insight to life across multiple channels. This is a brilliant opportunity for someone who thrives on data-driven decision making but still loves being close to the product. The Role You'll sit at the heart of the buying and merchandising function, owning the end-to-end assortment strategy across markets and channels. Acting as the go-to expert for performance insights, you'll blend commercial thinking, analysis and product instinct to optimise ranges and maximise sales. You'll be: Using data, trends and customer insight to shape product assortments and range strategy Driving store tiering and localisation, ensuring the right product is in the right place Analysing sales, stock and performance metrics to unlock growth opportunities Partnering cross-functionally with marketing, VM, finance and global teams Supporting new store openings, product launches and ongoing trading decisions Owning reporting and presenting clear, actionable insights to senior stakeholders This role is perfect for: A Buyer who loves the numbers and wants a more strategic, insight-led role, maybe coming from a background buying branded fashion or accessories. or A Merchandiser who is highly commercial and has a strong product sensibility You'll bring: Strong numerical and analytical skills with the ability to turn data into action A genuine passion for product and understanding of what drives customer demand Experience in retail, fashion, lifestyle or accessories Confidence working cross-functionally in a fast-paced, global environment A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with great attention to detail What you'll get Join a global, fast-paced brand with strong market presence A highly visible role with real impact on product and trading decisions Hybrid working and flexible hours to support work-life balance A great opportunity to bridge the gap between merchandising and buying BH35711

This is a key strategic role responsible for driving product performance, planning, and execution across merchandise categories. Client Details Our client is an established ladies multi-channel fashion retailer based in the west midlands area are looking for a talented individual to join and support the merchandising team. The company continues to design and develop products for a broad range of consumers, seeking to bring the correct look and fit customers of all ages they utilising the highest quality fabrics and raw materials to ensure that the product fits beautifully, and performs well. Description Prepare detailed analysis at department level for previous season performance, in line with buying timeline Work with buyer to drive strategy for following season, preparing WSSI proposal with key building blocks to support this Ensure that key sales trends are highlighted to the buying team, along with option plans, in order to deliver a balanced, commercial range Ensure that all repeat/core lines for stores & web are identified, taking ownership of final buy qtys in line with company directives and ensuring that key programmes are booked together across all departments/brands in order to maximise margin Sign off on all orders raised by buying, ensuring they remain in line with departmental ASP/margin plans, escalating any of concern to Head of Merchandising Work with buying to establish pricing strategy for each department, ensuring this is in line with company strategy, and ensuring this is implemented across all channels & mirrored within the sub brands Ensure that all new options are booked in line with the buying timeline, whilst monitoring option plans/OTB Profile Strong analytical skills, ability to build reports, track performance, knowledge of forecast principles & implement demand planning practices. Proficiency in merchandising tools and software, including Excel & Inventory management systems. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, able to collaborate effectively with other teams and external partners. Ability to work independently as well as within a fast-paced team. Job Offer Free Parking Close to transports links Buy / Sell holiday scheme Employee discount up to 50% Health cash plan available Employee Assistance Program Company Workplace Pension Merchandiser Merchandiser Merchandiser

KEY ACCOUNT MANAGER GLOBAL ATHLEISURE BRAND NORTH WEST 45,000 - 55,000 If you live and breathe athleisure , performance & sportswear and know how to turn partnerships into powerful growth, then we need to hear from you! This is your chance to join a high-growth, globally recognised performance brand that's shaking up the industry across the UK and Europe and now making bold moves into the US. They're dynamic, they're ambitious and they're packed with personality and they're looking for a Key Account Manager who can match that energy. THE ROLE: You'll take ownership of key wholesale relationships and help drive the next phase of global expansion. Working closely with the Senior KAM, founders and product managers, you'll shape strategy, unlock growth, and bring serious commercial impact on your accounts. WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING: Own and grow key wholesale accounts across global markets Support to set the strategy to maximise current partnerships while identifying new opportunities and territories Work closely with founders and product teams to deliver impactful seasonal sales initiatives Drive revenue; both immediate wins and long-term growth opportunities Analyse performance across: Sell-through Margins Stock position Lead-times, freight & delivery Present seasonal ranges with energy and commercial insight, anticipating buyer needs and highlighting bestsellers Build powerful, win-win partnerships with global retailers, e-comm players, and key independents Align on marketing, in-store POS, and digital activations to boost brand visibility and sell-through Stay on top of KPIs, trends, and market insights, turning data into action WHO YOU ARE: Obsessed with product and plugged into trends Commercially sharp with a strong understanding of wholesale performance drivers A relationship-builder who knows how to create lasting, strategic partnerships High-energy, target-driven, and thrives in a fast-paced environment Passionate about fitness, fashion, and athleisure Experienced in branded buying, account management, or wholesale/key accounts WHY JOIN? Be part of a brand with serious momentum across the UK & Europe-and exciting US expansion plans Work in a business where your ideas are heard and your impact is visible Join a team that's bold, collaborative, and full of charisma THE PERKS: 40% staff discount Bonus Scheme Incredible flexi-hours On-site parking Free on-site gym Enhanced maternity & paternity benefits BH35766

MERCHANDISER HIGHLY SUCCESSFUL BUSINESS SECURITY LADIES FASHION UP TO £60,000 DOE For this opportunity, you'll find yourself emerged creative side of merchandising as you'll work closely to your design and buying teams on the new, commercial and profitable ranges that are being bought for the business. This business is one of the best performing retailers in the last 5 years. This brand really care about the product they offer to their consumer. As the Merchandiser you will be actively involved in the set up of new reporting tools and the roll out of WSSI's. You will trade and de-risk your category area by having a commercial approach to knowing your best sellers and how to capitalise on newness whilst ensuring that your Junior and Assistants are accountable for their own trading areas. AS THE MERCHANDISER, YOU WILL BE: Forecasting stock within inventory plans with the support of junior members of your team Balancing pricing, risk profile and category, supplier profiles, colour, and mixes throughout all product ranges each season Build and implement WSSI & OTB management to ensure sales and stock targets are achieved. You will be responsible for identifying best sellers and move on's that the team need to focus on to generate new sales. Review product and supplier mix's with your Buyer to ensure that the right product, quality and designs are being brought into the business Building strategy, lessons learnt and weekly trade packs for the wider team, whilst being confident in presenting your suggestions and actions to senior management. Establish a consistent pricing architecture across your ranges whilst being mindful of the competition and any promotional activity you wish to implement Manage the range in conjunction with the Head of Merchandising, along with the Buying & Design team ensuring that the best product is being brought into the business You will conduct market specific promotions and activity to grow the business, this is a great opportunity to have autonomy within a merchandising function Analysing and collating data to provide support to the team in decision making. Constantly monitor and review online performance in order to potentialise profit Ensure that your team are b new range implementation and ranging amendments. Ensuring correct stock quantities are ordered and replenishment levels loaded. Responsible for monthly Re-forecast whilst feeding back key actions to the Senior and Head of Merchandising. You will protect your department by reviewing your cover each week and will make commercial decisions about getting new product or repeats into the business You will be a motivating line manager who is approachable to all junior colleagues If you're looking for a new opportunity where there is real opportunity for growth then this is the role for you. BBBH34398