Fanwear Buying and Merchandising Director

4 weeks ago


Manchester, United Kingdom Fanatics Inc Full time

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Fanwear Buying and Merchandising Director to join our team in Purchasing and Logistics. The successful candidate will have a strong background in fanwear and will be responsible for delivering detailed financial budgeting using historical data, financial trends, and forecasts. You will implement the department trade plan in line with the business trading calendar and drive ongoing trade activity to maximise opportunity and minimise risk.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Deliver detailed financial budgeting using historical data, financial trends, and forecasts.
  • Implement the department trade plan in line with the business trading calendar.
  • Drive ongoing trade activity to maximise opportunity and minimise risk.
  • Accountable for product availability and launch performance.

Requirements

  • Previous experience in a fast-paced retail environment with a solid merchandising background.
  • Strong knowledge of fanwear and category management.

Benefits

  • The chance to work with world-leading sports clubs and brands.
  • 40% staff discount.
  • Nationwide theme park discounts.
  • Bike to work scheme.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We celebrate diversity and inclusivity at Fanatics, and our commitment to inclusion drives us forward each day.



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