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Manager, Global Merchandise Planning
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INTRODUCTION

At Burberry, we believe creativity opens spaces. Our purpose is to unlock the power of imagination to push boundaries and open new possibilities for our people, our customers and our communities. This is the core belief that has guided Burberry since it was founded in 1856 and is central to how we operate as a company today.  

We aim to provide an environment for creative minds from different backgrounds to thrive, bringing a wide range of skills and experiences to everything we do. As a purposeful, values-driven brand, we are committed to being a force for good in the world as well, creating the next generation of sustainable luxury for customers, driving industry change and championing our communities.

JOB PURPOSE

We are looking for a Replenishment Planning Manager to lead all replenishment planning activities across our Accessories division within Burberry’s global planning organisation. This role will act as a key ambassador for our planning function driving simplification, innovation and collaboration across teams globally. 

You will manage global replenishment performance, optimise inventory flows, and partner closely with Retail Merchandising, Regional teams and Supply Planning to maintain strong stock health and commercial outcomes. You will also support the Senior Manager and deputise in key meetings when required.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Replenishment OTB Management 
  • Replenishment & Inventory Management 
  • Lead the review of global replenishment sales and procurement forecasts, ensuring performance aligns with commercial plans. 
  • Own and manage Global Replenishment OTB, ensuring alignment to Weeks of Cover targets across stores and hubs. 
  • Oversee SPI allocations to maintain target stock levels globally. 
  • Partner with the Director of Retail Merchandising and Regional teams to assess trading performance and recommend in‑season adjustments. 
  • Deliver commercial analysis to identify missed opportunities and provide hindsight for future collection planning, particularly around regional assortments. 
  • Maintain and optimise replenishment stock levers and propose adjustments to future buys in collaboration with the Inventory team. 
  • Work with Regions to maintain optimal store and hub inventory levels. 
  • Act as a Subject Matter Expert for the Accessories division across all regions. 
  • Lead long-term strategy development, including quarterly and annual vendor projection reviews to support Supply Planning (up to 3-year horizon). 
  • Drive margin improvement across the replenishment assortment. 
  • Accountable for assortment strategy, including new additions and delists, ensuring productivity KPIs are met. 
 
Team Leadership  
  • Champion Burberry values: Creatively Driven, Open and Caring, Forward Thinking, Proud of our Heritage. 
  • Lead, coach and develop a team of Planning professionals. 
  • Create opportunities for capability development across the global planning community. 
  • Provide mentorship and drive personal and professional growth across the team. 
  • Regularly deputise for the Senior Manager in key meetings and forums. 

PERSONAL PROFILE

  • Proven leadership experience within continuity or replenishment planning in a fast-paced luxury or commercial retail environment. 
  • Strong expertise across all areas of replenishment planning, including OTB, line card management and margin optimisation. 
  • Customer-oriented mindset with the ability to navigate complex business challenges. 
  • Skilled in strategic decision making and commercial product planning. 
  • Excellent communication and influencing skills, with credibility at senior leadership levels (Chief, SVP). 
  • Collaborative, dynamic working style with strong cross-functional relationship-building skills. 
  • Exceptional attention to detail and advanced analytical skills. 
  • SAP experience is advantageous. 

Other facts

Tech stack
Replenishment Planning,Inventory Management,Commercial Analysis,Strategic Decision Making,Communication Skills,Cross-Functional Collaboration,Analytical Skills,SAP Experience,Team Leadership,Mentorship,Customer-Oriented Mindset,Margin Improvement,Assortment Strategy,Performance Alignment,Stock Health,Vendor Projection

About Burberry

Born from innovation, Burberry is a global luxury brand with a rich British heritage. Now celebrating our 170th year, we continue to build on the pioneering spirit that has defined us since 1856.

Founded by Thomas Burberry, our brand is underpinned by a passion for the outdoors. Thomas Burberry invented the innovative rain-ready fabric gabardine to protect explorers from the elements. In doing so, he created the foundation for the iconic Burberry trench coat, which remains core to the business even today.

Guided by our history of exploration and our shared belief that ‘creativity opens spaces’, our purpose is to unlock the power of imagination to push boundaries and open new possibilities for our people, our customers and our communities.

As a values-driven brand, we are committed to creating the next generation of sustainable luxury and believe that diversity, equity and inclusion are essential to fulfilling our purpose. Fostering an inclusive culture where differences are valued and embraced enables us to be more creative, engaged and make a more meaningful contribution to the world around us.

To discover more about our brand values, visit Burberryplc.com

Team size: 10,001+ employees
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Industry: Retail Luxury Goods and Jewelry
Founding Year: 1856

What you'll do

  • Lead all replenishment planning activities across the Accessories division and manage global replenishment performance. Collaborate with various teams to optimize inventory flows and maintain strong stock health.

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