What you will do

Catalogue Buying:

• Assist in the catalogue buying process and maintain Core Buying sheets.
• Input buying quantities into systems and prepare planograms using DRB.
• Use reports to analyze performance against targets and support IBO range creation.
• Stay aware of market trends and contribute to business strategy.

Allocation Process:

• Manage accurate BTF settings and guide allocators.
• Implement AI allocation solutions and liaise with stores on regional needs.

Business Reports & Analysis:

• Generate accurate reports and track promotions.
• Analyze weekly trade data, identify trends, and recommend actions.
• Maintain data integrity and provide insights for future buying.

Communication:

• Serve as the primary contact for store stock issues.
• Support weekly trade updates and digital transformation.
• Maintain strong relationships with stakeholders and ensure product data accuracy.

Leadership:

• Coach team members, support their development, and uphold M&S values.

Skills

Required Skills to be successful

• Passion and product knowledge and love of M&S brand and heritage
• A Confident Team Player
• Able to handle Complexity
• Highly Numerate
• Product Confident
• Good Communicator
• Good working knowledge of Excel and key Microsoft Applications

What equips you for the role

• 3-5 Years’ Experience in Fashion Buying and Merchandising at AM or Allocator level
• Education to Degree level or equivalent
• Experience within a retail buying environment in MENA and/or Europe and experience of UK/European brands