Mode Search is proud to partner with an iconic luxury brand in the search for a Retail Merchandising Manager. This is an exceptional opportunity to join a globally renowned brand celebrated for its heritage, innovation, and craftsmanship.
Leading a team of 3 and reporting to the Retail Merchandising Director, you will work closely with the retail teams to support their sales performance by monitoring and supporting with stock levels. You will also share your expert fine jewellery market knowledge to help curate relevant assortments and work closely with marketing & PR on collections and events calendar. At the helm of reporting, this role has a strategic impact on key budgeting decisions by providing valuable insights to senior stakeholders.
Responsibilities
* Develop and execute merchandising strategies to maximize sales and profitability.
* Manage assortment planning, stock allocation, and inventory levels to ensure optimal product availability.
* Analyse sales trends and consumer behaviour to inform buying and planning decisions.
* Oversee seasonal planning, product launches, and markdown strategies to drive commercial performance.
* Work closely with retail teams to align merchandising strategies with business objectives.
* Conduct market and competitor analysis to identify new opportunities and refine product strategies.
* Provide regular performance updates and recommendations to senior leadership.
* Ensure data accuracy and integrity across reporting and merchandising tools.
* Utilize advanced Microsoft Excel skills (e.g., pivot tables, VLOOKUP, data analysis, and reporting) to track and analyse key merchandising metrics.
Requirements
* 7+ years’ experience in Retail Merchandising or Planning within a retail environment, including exposure to fine jewellery.
* Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (including pivot tables, formulas, and data modelling).
* Strong analytical and commercial acumen, with a proven ability to drive business performance.
* Experience managing inventory, product lifecycle, and sales forecasting.
* Ability to interpret data and translate insights into actionable strategies.
* Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
* Highly detail-oriented, with a passion for luxury retail and a strong understanding of market trends.
Due to a high volume of applications, we may not be able to provide individual feedback at this stage.
If your application is successful, our team will be in touch.
Alternatively, you can apply by sending your CV directly to info@modesearch.co.uk.