Global Senior Market Merchandiser - Leathergoods, Hard Products & Lifestyle and Footwear

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Global Senior Market Merchandiser to oversee the seasonal assortment of Leathergoods, Hard Products, and Footwear. This pivotal role demands strong analytical skills and a keen understanding of the luxury market. You will be responsible for aligning product offerings with brand image while driving sales and managing inventory effectively. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless execution of buying campaigns and seasonal launches. Join a diverse team that values freedom, loyalty, and integrity, and make a significant impact in the retail sector.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills and numerate.
• Ability to present ideas clearly and work cross-functionally.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for seasonal buying campaigns for Leathergoods and Footwear.
• Coordinate with logistics and production teams for seasonal launches.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Commercial Skills

Communication

Tools

Anaplan Retail Buy

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

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Global Senior Market Merchandiser - Leathergoods, Hard Products & Lifestyle and Footwear, London

Client:

Alfred Dunhill

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Retail

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

6

Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

Job Description:

How will you make an impact?

Responsible for the seasonal and continuity assortment across all markets for Leathergoods, Hard Products and Footwear to ensure product offer is in line with brand image and is competitive and commercial in all markets. Proactively identify in-season opportunities to achieve budgeted sales and ensure that company targets on margin and inventory are also met.

• Responsible for the seasonal buying campaigns and continuity for Leathergoods, Hard Products and Footwear to ensure buy is in line with sales plan and target ST%.
• Coordinate all the Pre and post Buy activities on the Anaplan Retail Buy tool with input from regional merchandisers to ensure that all the necessary KPI are populated.
• Ownership of seasonal and continuity range plans: liaise with product merchandisers to ensure documentation is kept up to date and both RT and WS buys are correctly recorded and shared with the production team.
• Define setup quantities by region and store for planned seasonal launches, adjusting quantities based on production updates.
• Work closely with the Demand Planning team to define the continuity assortment to ensure we never run out of best sellers.
• Coordinate seasonal launches with the Logistics team and define prioritization plans in case of production issues or delays.
• Regularly review in-season floor set performances to identify trends and propose stock consolidation to enhance sell-through and maximize inventory availability by market.
• Develop and maintain dynamic communication with Logistics and Production teams to ensure alignment during fabric precommitment sessions, buy campaigns, and new product launches.
• Support any ad hoc projects related to merchandising activities.

  How will you experience success with us?

  • Numerate, accurate with strong analytical skills
  • Ability to present information and ideas clearly
  • Ability to work in a team environment and cross-functionally (Essential)
  • Self-motivated (Essential)
  • Proficient in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
  • Strong commercial skills
  • Knowledge of the luxury market
  • Experience with multi-region/market exposure

  What makes our group different?

  Our true power lies in our diversity—our arts, cultures, and human skills, as well as our ability to foster untapped potential.

  • We value freedom, collegiality, loyalty, and solidarity
  • We foster empathy, curiosity, courage, humility, and integrity
  • We care for the world we live in

  Your journey with us:

  Our recruitment process aims to provide exposure to key decision-makers and influencers:

  • Initial screening call with Richemont Talent Team
  • Interview with the Hiring Manager
  • Interview with the HR Manager