Operations Executive – Luxury Fashion – London

CVUK; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury fashion and lifestyle brand in London is seeking an Operations Executive to oversee end-to-end operations across wholesale, logistics, inventory, and merchandising. This role is pivotal in driving operational performance and supporting international growth. Candidates should have proven experience in the fashion retail sector, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities. This position offers a competitive salary of £45,000 along with generous staff benefits.

Benefits

Generous staff benefits package

Opportunity for career growth

Collaborative culture

Qualifications

• Proven experience in operations and merchandising within fashion or luxury retail.
• Strong understanding of logistics, inventory management, and wholesale operations.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage seasonal wholesale order processing and liaison with wholesale partners.
• Ensure accurate allocation, tracking, and timely delivery of goods globally.
• Build and maintain wholesale critical paths and operational KPIs.

Skills

Experience in operations and merchandising

Logistics understanding

Analytical skills

Interpersonal abilities

Organisational skills

Education

Degree in Business, Operations, or related field

Tools

Zedonk

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented Operations Executive to join a globally recognised luxury fashion and lifestyle brand based in London. This is a pivotal role overseeing the end-to-end operations across wholesale, logistics, inventory, and merchandising - ensuring smooth processes, efficiency, and commercial success.

As Operations Executive, you'll partner with multiple departments to deliver excellence across wholesale accounts, retail, and e-commerce, driving operational performance and supporting the brand's international growth.

Why This Operations Executive Role Stands Out

• Join an internationally recognised luxury fashion brand.
• Play a critical role in wholesale operations, logistics, and merchandising.
• Work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with global exposure.
• Collaborate across Commercial, Design, Marketing, and Production teams.
• Opportunity to influence processes and implement efficiencies.

Your Responsibilities as Operations Executive

• Manage seasonal wholesale order processing and act as the main liaison between wholesale partners and internal teams.
• Ensure accurate allocation, tracking, and timely delivery of goods globally.
• Build and maintain wholesale critical paths and operational KPIs.
• Oversee logistics and distribution, optimising transport and warehousing.
• Manage inventory levels across all retail and wholesale channels.
• Conduct product and sales analysis, supporting merchandising and buying plans.
• Monitor product lifecycle from launch to markdown, identifying replenishment and promotional opportunities.
• Provide data-driven insights to support seasonal range planning and product development.
• Implement process improvements to boost efficiency and reduce costs.
• Support financial performance through operational budget management.
• Partner cross-functionally to ensure operational excellence aligns with wider business goals.

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience in operations and merchandising within fashion or luxury retail.
• Strong understanding of logistics, inventory management, and wholesale operations.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with systems such as Zedonk and other inventory/wholesale software.
• Degree in Business, Operations, or related field desirable.

What's On Offer

• £45,000
• Based in London Head Office (4 days office, 1 day remote)
• Opportunity to work with a globally recognised luxury brand.
• Generous staff benefits package.
• A collaborative and supportive culture with scope for career growth.