Burberry Director, Global Merchandise Planning – Accessories
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Director
- Department
- Merchandising, Buying & Planning
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Jun 24, 2026
About Burberry
Burberry Limited, a quintessentially British luxury fashion house, is renowned for its innovative designs and commitment to quality. As part of the global luxury conglomerate, Burberry offers a dynamic and inclusive work environment where creativity and excellence are at the forefront. The company is dedicated to fostering a culture that encourages diversity and sustainability, making it a leader in the luxury industry.
Burberry seeks Director of Global Merchandise Planning – Accessories in London to lead strategy and commercial performance across global divisions.
Role & Responsibilities
- Own and deliver the 3-year product and sales plan for Accessories in partnership with Finance and Product Strategy
- Define category ambitions, including margin, pricing, and assortment architecture
- Translate company strategy into clear planning frameworks and actionable insights
- Lead Global Open to Buy strategy, setting clear guidance across divisions and regions
- Partner with Merchandising throughout collection development to ensure alignment of creative vision and financial targets
- Review and challenge regional plans to ensure consistency with global strategy
- Drive sales, margin, and productivity performance through insightful analysis and trading actions
- Identify risks and opportunities, optimizing inventory and maximizing in-season trading
- Deliver impactful insights to inform future collections and business direction
- Set and manage option strategies aligned to 'fewer, bigger ideas'
- Own margin planning, driving ambitious targets while balancing risk
- Embed margin considerations into all planning processes
- Analyse regional buys and ensure alignment with global assortment strategy
- Partner with Supply Chain to support forecasting and vendor planning
- Optimise inventory flow, including replenishment and end-of-life strategies
- Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing global planning team
- Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and accountability
- Champion talent development and succession planning across the function
Qualifications
- Proven experience leading divisional planning in a luxury or fast-paced retail environment
- Strong track record in global merchandise planning, Open to Buy, and margin management
- Strategic thinker with excellent analytical and decision-making capability
- Influential communicator, confident engaging with senior stakeholders (SVP/C-suite)
- Collaborative leader with a passion for developing teams and driving performance
Skills
Experience
Proven experience leading divisional planning in a luxury or fast-paced retail environment, with a strong track record in global merchandise planning, Open to Buy management, and margin optimization across multiple regions.
Education
Not specified
Workplace
The role is situated in London, England, UK.
Culture
Burberry fosters a creative and inclusive workplace culture that values diversity and sustainability. The company is committed to being a force for good, driving industry change and championing community engagement.
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