Summary: The Merchandise Planning Manager for a world-class luxury fashion brand will oversee EMEIA Outlet planning activities, focusing on strategic inventory management and commercial performance. This role requires strong leadership and collaboration with cross-functional teams to drive sales and manage inventory effectively. The position is office-based in Central London, with a temporary assignment duration of three months. Candidates must have relevant managerial experience in merchandising within the luxury retail sector.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead strategic inventory management for the Outlet channel through the Rolling Open to Buy process.
• Drive commercial insights for pre-season and in-season decisions, focusing on promotions and inventory productivity.
• Manage the quarterly buy process for the Outlet channel in alignment with key strategies.
• Collaborate with Retail, Merchandising, Allocation, Regional Finance, and Central Planning teams on inventory management.
• Develop seasonal liquidation strategies, including markdowns and promotions.
• Lead the Outlet Allocation team for regular store replenishment.
• Conduct monthly inventory forecast reviews and provide insights on risks and opportunities.
• Support the Director of Planning in inventory management and sales driving initiatives.

Key Skills:

• Previous Merchandising Planning experience.
• Demand forecasting expertise.
• Sales and Margin Analysis skills.
• Strong Inventory Management capabilities.
• Effective communication and leadership skills.
• Creative and customer-oriented problem-solving abilities.
• Strong decision-making capability.
• Exceptional attention to detail and analytical skills.

Salary (Rate): 270

City: London

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: Mid-Level

Industry: Other