Group Merchandising & Planning Manager

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in luxury retail is seeking a Group Merchandising & Planning Manager for their Beauty department. This pivotal role involves leading a dynamic team to optimize sales and profit margins while driving strategic initiatives across channels. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in beauty buying and merchandising, complemented by leadership experience and a passion for luxury products. With a commitment to inclusivity and diversity, this company offers a supportive environment for career development and growth, alongside a range of attractive employee benefits. Join this exciting journey and make a significant impact in the world of luxury retail.

Benefits

Up to 40% off fashion

Up to 40% off hospitality, foodmarket and hampers

30% off beauty and perfumery, wine and spirits

Clothing allowance

Charity days

Season ticket/bike loan

Learning and development opportunities

Employee Assistance Program

Recognition schemes

Employee groups – Wellbeing, Diversity & Inclusion, and Sustainability

Qualifications

• Recent experience in beauty buying, marketing & merchandising.
• Strong industry relationships and leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Beauty Merchandising department and ensure sales targets are met.
• Build budgets, forecasts, and report sales and margins by channel.

Skills

Beauty Buying

Marketing

Merchandising

Leadership

Analytical Skills

Problem-solving

Organizational Skills

Education

Degree in Business or Marketing

Job description

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Client:

Harvey Nichols

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Retail

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Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

28.04.2025

Expiry Date:

12.06.2025

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Job Description:

Group Merchandising & Planning Manager - Beauty

Are you great at leading teams? Do you have retail and beauty experience? Do you love all things luxury retail? If YES, we may have the role for you…

Luxury department store, Harvey Nichols, is searching for a Group Merchandising & Planning Manager - Beauty in our Head Office in London – Knightsbridge. Our culture is based on inclusivity; we embrace diversity. Whoever you are, Harvey Nichols has a place for you.

How we reward your hard work…

At Harvey Nichols, we champion career development and are passionate about our people. We will do all we can to support your journey and career path with us. Alongside this, you will have access to a world of benefits such as:

• Up to 40% off fashion
• Up to 40% off hospitality, foodmarket and hampers
• 30% off beauty and perfumery, wine and spirits
• Clothing allowance

You will also have access to charity days, a season ticket/bike loan, learning and development opportunities, our Employee Assistance Program - Retail Trust, recognition schemes, and the opportunity to join employee groups – Wellbeing, Diversity & Inclusion, and Sustainability.

About the role…

As Group Merchandising & Planning Manager - Beauty, you will work alongside the Group Beauty Director & key internal stakeholders to create and deliver the omnichannel strategy for Beauty at Harvey Nichols. You will oversee the Beauty Merchandising department, helping to ensure sales and profit margin targets are met. You will lead the Merchandising team to achieve continuous business growth, successful launches, and promotional activities through optimized stock levels. You will own the budgeting process for Beauty from collation to implementation and will inform FOB decisions by providing sales and margin insights. This role includes all Own Bought beauty categories but excludes Concessions & Beauty Services. The responsibilities include:

• Building budgets, forecasts, and reporting sales and margins, by channel, week, store, and brand.
• Running and reviewing weekly sales and performance reports, leading performance discussions.
• Managing stock and supply chain communication, ensuring stock optimization and risk minimization.
• Driving sales and margin opportunities through collaboration with Buying and online teams, and developing a trading culture with stores.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers and internal teams, developing talent, and representing the department in the absence of the Beauty Director.

Is this you?

We are seeking individuals who embrace diversity, love a challenge, and are passionate about luxury retail. The ideal candidate will have:

• Recent experience in beauty buying, marketing & merchandising.
• Strong industry relationships.
• Experience in omni-channel luxury retail.
• Leadership experience in managing a team.
• A strategic, analytical mindset with a passion for luxury beauty.
• Results-driven and capable of interpreting financial data.
• Problem-solving skills, resilience, adaptability, and high attention to detail.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills, with the ability to implement process improvements.

Where do I sign?

If this sounds like you and you are excited to join us, click the “apply” button below to start your journey with Harvey Nichols.