Assortment Planner

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

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