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  • Posted: Feb 18, 2026
    Deadline: Not specified
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  • Aldelia’s global management strategy delivers specialised services to the Oil & Gas sector from dedicated teams in each key strategic region. From these centres we can support our clients locally by being able to take advantage of the local labour markets whilst also having the ability to resource candidates internationally for technical, engineeri...
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    Head of Buying & Merchandising

    Key Responsibilities:

    Strategic Leadership

    • Define and execute the overall buying and merchandising strategy in line with PRL’s commercial objectives and brand vision.
    • Partner with the CEO, CCO, Marketing, Retail Operations, and Finance to ensure cohesive product and sales strategies.
    • Lead pre-season and in-season planning, including assortment architecture, margin management, and inventory forecasting.
    • Provide leadership, coaching, and performance management for the Buying & Planning team.
    • Build team capability through training, mentoring, and clear development pathways.
    • Champion a collaborative culture that drives innovation, accountability, and execution.

    Buying Strategy

    • Oversee product selection and buying for all PRL brands and channels, ensuring alignment with customer preferences and market trends.
    • Approve seasonal buying plans and category budgets, ensuring target margins and commercial performance.
    • Ensure brand guidelines are met in assortment, pricing, and promotional strategies.
    • Coordinate with Retail, E-Commerce, Marketing, and Supply Chain to align on launch timelines, product allocations, and promotional execution.
    • Partner with Finance to support liquidity planning and budget adherence. Merchandise Planning & Analysis
    • Lead forecasting, OTB planning, and inventory control to support profitability and stock efficiency.
    • Monitor key metrics (e.g. sell-through, intake margin, stock turnover) to drive data-backed decisions.
    • Implement analytics-driven assortment and replenishment models tailored to store profiles and customer segments

    Vendor & Brand Partner Management

    • Manage key supplier and brand relationships to ensure best-in-class terms, timely deliveries, and aligned product strategies.
    • Resolve issues related to stock discrepancies, slow-moving items, or brand compliance.

    Process Optimisation & Governance

    • Continuously improve internal buying and planning processes to drive efficiency, visibility, and business impact.
    • Maintain governance on buying timelines, stock intake planning, markdowns, and compliance metrics

    Job Requirements

    • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Fashion Merchandising, or a related field (MBA is a plus).
    • Minimum of 7–10 years of progressive experience in buying and merchandising, including team leadership.
    • Demonstrated experience in strategic assortment planning, product buying, and supplier negotiation.
    • Strong understanding of retail metrics, sales forecasting, and merchandise analytics.
    • Experience working with international fashion/sports/lifestyle brands is preferred. Skill Specification
    • Strategic and commercial thinker with strong leadership presence.
    • Strong analytical skills and business acumen.
    • Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management.
    • Adept at using data and trends to shape buying decisions.
    • Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel, BI tools, and ERP/MIS systems.
    • Ability to drive performance across multiple brands and teams.
    • Adaptable, process-driven, and results-oriented

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    Interested and qualified? Go to Aldelia Limited on app.beehire.com to apply

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