<dt class="rm-fieldTitle">Description</dt><dd class="rm-fieldData"><p><strong><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Accessories Retailer - Buying and Merchandising - Assortment Planner </span></strong></p><p><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Central London (Hybrid &amp; Flexible Working) | 12-Month FTC</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Are you a Buyer with exceptional analytical skills or a Merchandiser with a sharp eye for product? This could be your next move.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 8pt;">We're partnering with a globally recognised brand to find a the ideal candidate to play a key role in shaping product strategy, driving performance, and bringing commercial insight to life across multiple channels.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 8pt;">This is a brilliant opportunity for someone who thrives on data-driven decision making but still loves being close to the product.</span></p><p><strong><span style="font-size: 8pt;">The Role</span></strong></p><p><span style="font-size: 8pt;">You'll sit at the heart of the buying and merchandising function, owning the end-to-end assortment strategy across markets and channels. Acting as the go-to expert for performance insights, you'll blend commercial thinking, analysis and product instinct to optimise ranges and maximise sales.</span></p><p><strong><span style="font-size: 8pt;">You'll be:</span></strong></p><ul><li><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Using data, trends and customer insight to shape product assortments and range strategy</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Driving store tiering and localisation, ensuring the right product is in the right place</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Analysing sales, stock and performance metrics to unlock growth opportunities</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Partnering cross-functionally with marketing, VM, finance and global teams</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Supporting new store openings, product launches and ongoing trading decisions</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Owning reporting and presenting clear, actionable insights to senior stakeholders</span></li></ul><p><strong><span style="font-size: 8pt;">This role is perfect for:</span></strong></p><ul><li><span style="font-size: 8pt;">A Buyer who loves the numbers and wants a more strategic, insight-led role, maybe coming from a background buying branded fashion or accessories. or</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 8pt;">A Merchandiser who is highly commercial and has a strong product sensibility</span></li></ul><p><strong><span style="font-size: 8pt;">You'll bring:</span></strong></p><ul><li><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Strong numerical and analytical skills with the ability to turn data into action</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 8pt;">A genuine passion for product and understanding of what drives customer demand</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Experience in retail, fashion, lifestyle or accessories</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Confidence working cross-functionally in a fast-paced, global environment</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 8pt;">A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with great attention to detail</span></li></ul><p><strong><span style="font-size: 8pt;">What you'll get</span></strong></p><ul><li><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Join a global, fast-paced brand with strong market presence</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 8pt;">A highly visible role with real impact on product and trading decisions</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 8pt;">Hybrid working and flexible hours to support work-life balance</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 8pt;">A great opportunity to bridge the gap between merchandising and buying</span></li></ul><p><span style="font-size: 8pt;">BH35711</span></p></dd>