Merchandise Product Manager

The opportunity

We’re exclusively supporting the hire of a Merchandise Planning Manager into a newly created, high-impact role within a complex, multi-site, multi-channel environment.

This is a rare opportunity to build and shape a planning function from the ground up, with real influence across commercial, supply chain and financial performance.

Ideal for someone from a merchandise, demand or commercial planning background looking to step into a broader, more strategic role.

What you’ll do

Build and implement a best-in-class planning framework

Own demand forecasting and create a clear, data-led demand signal

Align commercial, supply chain and financial plans

Improve forecast accuracy, stock turn and working capital

Introduce and lead S&OP / IBP processes

Support range planning, promotions and seasonal activity

Provide commercial insight and challenge to decision making

Develop clear reporting, KPIs and planning governance

Who we’re looking for

5+ years’ experience in a planning role (e.g. merchandise, demand or commercial / inventory planning)Experience within multi-site, multi-channel retail, wholesale or similar environments

Strong understanding of margin, stock, availability and working capital

Advanced analytical capability (Excel / planning tools)

Experience building or improving planning processes

Ability to influence senior stakeholders cross-functionally

Leadership experience

The 'nice to haves' but certainly not essential

Experience in consumer goods, electricals or similar product-led environments. Exposure to distributed, franchise or partner-led models

Why this new role really appeals?

Build a function from the ground up

High visibility and real commercial impact

Strategic role with hands-on ownership

Collaborative, forward-thinking environment