Burberry Merchandiser, Kidswear

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Location
LondonEnglandUK
Employment
Contract
Seniority
Mid-Level
Department
Merchandising, Buying & Planning
Industry
Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
Posted
Jul 7, 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.

Merchandiser role at Burberry in London; lead kidswear category strategy on 9-month contract.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Own and drive product category management, stewarding full lifecycle from brief to delist and exit
  • Develop and present range plans for approval, incorporating pricing strategy, cost analysis, and competitive positioning
  • Collaborate with Merchandising Manager and cross-functional teams to establish strategic category direction
  • Build and maintain effective relationships with Sourcing, Design, Product Development, Planning, and Regional Merchandising teams
  • Deliver collection presentations with confidence to diverse stakeholder groups
  • Organize and coordinate collection notes, buying guides, and associated documentation
  • Conduct strategic analysis of seasonal buys and present comprehensive recaps
  • Manage sample budgets accountability, including tracking, maintenance, and requisition of samples
  • Analyze daily and weekly sales reports and recommend appropriate corrective actions
  • Ensure accuracy of seasonal market documents and PLM data entry; prepare Excel-based reports for team
  • Conduct competitive market analysis including pricing benchmarking across key markets
  • Coordinate with Corporate Pricing to understand and maintain price-band structure across three core currencies
  • Manage administrative duties related to market and product training for the Merchandising team
  • Support day-to-day prioritization and deadline management for independent project execution

Qualifications

  • Proven experience in merchandising within luxury or premium retail environment
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel with ability to work with data at pace
  • Strong product sensitivity and awareness of current market trends, particularly in Ready-to-Wear and Accessories
  • Commercial mindset with exceptional analytical capabilities and sound business judgment
  • Demonstrated stakeholder management and influencing skills
  • Ability to mentor and develop junior team members

Skills

Category management Product lifecycle management Strategic planning Microsoft Excel Data analysis PLM systems Competitive analysis Pricing strategy Stakeholder management Cross-functional collaboration Project management Market research

Experience

Experienced merchandising professional in luxury or retail environments with demonstrated success in managing product categories end-to-end and leading commercial strategy in fast-moving, collaborative environments.

Workplace

This position is based 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.

About Cerulean

Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.

Frequently Asked Questions

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