Global Merchandise Planning Assistant — Open-to-Buy Focus

Burberry; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Burberry in London is seeking an Assistant, Global Merchandise Planning to support planning, forecasting and analysis for the category. You will help drive sales, profitability and inventory efficiency by coordinating Open-to-Buy processes and collaborating with Merchandising, Planning and cross-functional teams.

The role suits analytical individuals with experience in retail merchandising and Open-to-Buy, and a proactive, collaborative approach. SAP experience is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Experience in retail merchandising or merchandise planning.
• Exposure to Open-to-Buy, collection planning and margin management.
• Strong analytical and data interpretation skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational abilities.
• Strong communication and relationship-building across teams.

Responsibilities

• Support the Global Open-to-Buy process across in-season trading and pre-season buys.
• Assist with development and delivery of Central Collection Open-to-Buy guidance.
• Support validation of regional Collection Open-to-Buy submissions against global strategy.
• Conduct commercial analysis to identify opportunities to improve sales and margins.
• Support forecasting, reporting and planning activities for your category.
• Collaborate with Merchandising, Planning and wider teams for timely decisions.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Open-to-Buy understanding

Merchandise planning experience

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

SAP

Job description

Burberry in London is seeking an Assistant, Global Merchandise Planning to support planning, forecasting and analysis for the category. You will help drive sales, profitability and inventory efficiency by coordinating Open-to-Buy processes and collaborating with Merchandising, Planning and cross-functional teams.

The role suits analytical individuals with experience in retail merchandising and Open-to-Buy, and a proactive, collaborative approach. SAP experience is advantageous.