Jimmy Choo Retail Merchandising Assistant, Footwear
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Compensation
- £26,437–28,000/year
- Department
- Merchandising, Buying & Planning
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Jun 8, 2026
About Jimmy Choo
Capri is a global luxury fashion group that manages a portfolio of premium lifestyle brands. The organisation operates internationally across retail, wholesale and digital channels and is known for combining creative heritage with commercial rigor. As an employer, Capri positions itself as a fast-moving, brand-driven organisation within the luxury sector.
Global Retail Merchandising Assistant, Footwear role at luxury fashion company in London. Support seasonal assortments, sales reporting, and stock planning.
Role & Responsibilities
- Prepare weekly and monthly sales reporting highlighting KPIs including sell-through, stock cover, and best/worst sellers
- Support maintenance of the long-range product plan, identifying risks and trading opportunities
- Support preparation and planning of footwear global core assortment across retail stores and e-commerce channels
- Collaborate with Planning team to monitor global stock levels, sell-through rates, and product performance
- Work closely with Planning, S&OP, Customer Services and Production teams to ensure timely seasonal product launches aligned with critical path and marketing activities
- Coordinate seasonal feedback from Regional teams to capture all market requirements
- Liaise with Global Marketing, PR, Visual Merchandising, CRM and Retail Training teams regarding product focus for each trading period
- Support Marketing and Press teams with regional product investments and seasonal buys for campaigns
- Own sample control for the department to support global core assortments and ad hoc requests
- Support coordination of Global production pre-orders for Retail and Wholesale
- Maintain competitor awareness and monitor market trends within luxury footwear
- Provide ad hoc administrative support as needed
Qualifications
- Previous experience in retail merchandising or buying (internship or entry-level role acceptable)
- Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, data analysis) and PowerPoint
- High attention to detail and strong organisational skills
- Commercial awareness and passion for luxury fashion, particularly footwear
Skills
Experience
Previous experience in retail merchandising or buying is required; internship or entry-level roles are acceptable. Ideally, the candidate has worked within a luxury or premium retail environment and demonstrates familiarity with merchandising systems and reporting tools.
Education
Degree in Fashion, Business, Merchandising, or related field is preferred.
Workplace
This position is based in London, England, UK.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from GBP 26,437 to GBP 28,000 per annum.
Culture
Capri cultivates a diverse and inclusive workplace that values differences and fosters professional growth. The environment is brand-focused and collaborative, balancing creative energy with commercial discipline typical of a global luxury group.
About Cerulean
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