- Develop and scale value fashionlines for Tier 2 markets
Develop and implement detailedseasonal product plans, aligned with business goals. Present range and sign off BusinessUnit (BU) plans in coordination with the Buying and Merchandising Head.
Book product quantities to supportlaunches and adapt to in-season sales trends.
Analyze sales data to supportinformed buying decisions.
Work closely with suppliers torevise production flows based on sales performance and maximize sell-through.
Set and review targets for sales,margins, stock levels, commitments, and availability.
Contribute to the operating planreview and capture key learnings for future planning.
Manage catalogue intentions and theIn-Range Presentation (IRP).
Lead planning and execution for allmarkdown and promotional periods.
Monitor supplier performance and ensuretimely agreement and alignment on range production plans.
Coordinate with suppliers for flowinputs to maintain alignment between production and commitments.
Manage production plans to optimizeMerchandise Stock Index capacity.
Collaborate with the Retail team byproviding inputs for store layout planning.
Contribute to pricing strategies fornew ranges.
Maintain competitive awareness andmonitor product offerings in the market.
Plan, optimize, and review theproduct catalogue in alignment with store formats and chain performance.
Lead implementation of recent systemsand processes for improved efficiency.
Key Requirements:
Create and execute the departmentsOperating Plan.
Select relevant products from theM&S; global catalogue to capture trends, drive volume, and meet customerdemand.
Lead local product development toaddress market gaps, regional requirements, and margin improvementopportunities.
Plan and manage flow and phasing ofstock to ensure timely product availability.
Ensure buying is aligned withapproved plans and meets critical path timelines.
Drive in-season development of shortlead-time products to improve responsiveness.
Develop and scale value fashionlines for Tier 2 markets.
Collaborate with VisualMerchandising and Marketing to deliver compelling in-store looks andstorytelling.