Category Merchandising Manager - Global Retail

Our client is a leading consumer and retail organisation with a strong presence across multiple sales channels. The business is focused on delivering sustainable growth through strategic merchandise planning, product excellence, and customer-centric category management.

• Develop and execute category merchandising strategies aligned with business objectives and consumer demand.
• Lead seasonal assortment planning, range reviews, and product selection to maximise category performance.
• Manage end-to-end buying processes, including purchase planning, product allocation, and inventory investment decisions.
• Analyse sales, stock, and market trends to create accurate demand forecasts and trading plans.
• Drive pricing and markdown strategies to optimise sales, margin, and inventory productivity.
• Monitor stock health, sell-through, ageing inventory, and replenishment requirements, implementing corrective actions where needed.
• Identify hero products and key product stories, ensuring they are prioritised across channels and campaigns.
• Conduct regular category performance reviews and provide actionable recommendations to improve business results.
• Collaborate with regional and global teams to communicate local market insights, consumer trends, and product opportunities.
• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure successful product launches, seasonal transitions, and commercial execution.