Merchandise Planning Manager (jw06)
Newton Abbot, Devon
Commerical or Office » Management
£70,000
Full time / Permanent
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We’re looking for a confident and forward-thinking Merchandise Planning Manager to help them level up — driving smarter product strategies and keeping theirr inventory in top shape.
What you’ll be doing
You’ll take the lead on all things planning and performance across their product categories — working closely with Buying, Marketing, and Operations. You’ll forecast sales, plan stock, and find that sweet spot between opportunity, sales, margin, and efficiency.
They're expanding fast — with exciting growth plans and their first physical stores on the horizon — so it’s the perfect time to join. You’ll be helping them make sure theircustomers get the right products at the right time, without overstocking or missing a beat.
In a nutshell, you’ll:
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Translate top-level business goals into clear financial and product plans.
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Set financial targets based on sales history, profitability, trends, and market insights.
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Keep a sharp eye on revenue, sell-through, margin, and stock targets — and make sure they hit them.
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Own the budgets and forecasts across departments, ensuring they stay aligned with the Retail Plan.
What you’ll bring:
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A knack for spotting opportunities and turning insights into action.
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Strong analytical and numerical skills (you love a good forecast).
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Great communication and collaboration skills — you’ll be working across multiple teams.
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The ability to juggle priorities and thrive under pressure.
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Solid understanding of retail trends, consumer behaviour, and merchandising principles.
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A creative yet commercial mindset — finding solutions that make sense and deliver results.
If you’re ready to make a measurable impact in a fast-moving business where ideas are encouraged and results are celebrated — we’d love to hear from you.