Burberry Merchandising Manager — Women's Leather Goods

Burberry is a British luxury fashion house renowned for its heritage craftsmanship and contemporary approach to design. The brand operates globally across retail and digital channels and positions itself as a purpose-driven, values-led company focused on creativity, innovation and the evolution of sustainable luxury.

1. Own and drive the Critical Path for Women’s Accessories (bags, SLG, shoes, jewellery, eyewear and beauty) to deliver product range development and implementation of the Global Brand buy.
2. Lead cross‑functional partnerships with Collection Merchandising, Product Development, Planning, Global Sourcing, Visual Merchandising, Marketing and Digital to influence category strategy and protect the brand.
3. Analyse weekly and monthly sales reports, identify trends and propose proactive commercial actions to optimise sell‑through and inventory.
4. Develop and maintain strong working relationships with Retail leadership (Market Directors, Store Managers) to capture product feedback and market intelligence.
5. Partner with Client Engagement to support client initiatives and local merchandising activations.
6. Conduct and present competitor analysis and market insight to HQ and regional stakeholders to advocate for market needs.
7. Develop, validate and monitor the seasonal range plan, including pricing, COO and competitive strategy, in collaboration with merchandising assistants and the Director of Merchandising.
8. Present Brand buy to regional teams for market openings and contribute to assortment roll‑out decisions.
9. Coach, inspire and develop the merchandising team, providing leadership to direct reports and delivering seasonal product training in partnership with the wider merchandising organisation.

1. 5–7 years’ experience in merchandising or buying, preferably within retail and multi‑category luxury or premium brands.
2. Proven people management experience, including direct line management and team development.
3. Strong commercial instinct with demonstrable retail arithmetic and analytical capability.
4. Deep passion for product and fashion trends, especially within accessories and leather goods.
5. Excellent stakeholder management and cross‑functional influencing skills.

1. Range planning
2. Critical path management
3. Sales analysis and retail math
4. Pricing strategy
5. Competitor and market analysis
6. Stakeholder management and cross‑functional collaboration
7. Team leadership and coaching
8. Product knowledge training

5–7 years of hands‑on merchandising or buying experience, ideally within retail for a large multi‑category brand; demonstrable experience managing people and influencing cross‑functional stakeholders.

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Fashion Merchandising, Marketing or a related discipline preferred.

Commission earnings; discretionary bonuses; short‑ and long‑term incentive packages; Company‑sponsored benefit programs.

Burberry cultivates a creative, collaborative workplace that values craftsmanship and innovation. The brand emphasises cross‑disciplinary teamwork, commercial rigour and a commitment to sustainability and community impact.