MCQUEEN Merchandiser, Footwear

Job description

Job Family Group Description - Merchandising: Includes all jobs responsible for selection, availability and visibility of brands’ collections and products within a given territory or for a given sales channel. Job Family Description -Product Merchandising: Develops the merchandising grid based on market trends. Assesses the lifestyle, behaviour and spending power of luxury consumers. Guides the Creative department to shape the collection – from product type, quantity, main structures and possible materials.

Job Title:                               Merchandiser, Footwear

Line Manager:                    Merchandising Director, Accessories & Footwear

Location:                               London HQ

Alexander McQueen is a British luxury fashion house founded by Lee Alexander McQueen in 1992. In 2001, the house joined the Kering Group and, since December 2023, is under the creative direction of Seán McGirr.

Alexander McQueen is distinctive for an expression of individuality, subversive strength and raw power. With a design studio and atelier based in London, the house is known for uncompromising quality and creative vision.

At Alexander McQueen, we live and breathe a culture defined by our key Behaviours:

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Empowerment – We empower our team and peers, providing unwavering support to ensure everyone can thrive; this means giving support to your team and those you are working with to succeed.

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Teamwork – We put an emphasis on Teamwork; this means working together as a collective to achieve shared goals.

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Respect – We value respect, treating everyone with dignity and showing genuine appreciation for their efforts: this means treating everyone equally.

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Kindness – We believe kindness is integral to everything we do; this means demonstrating compassion and empathy towards others.  

How will you contribute?

Product Strategy & Assortment Planning

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Develop seasonal merchandising strategies that align with the house codes and commercial goals.

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Build and manage footwear assortments to ensure the right product mix across styles, colours, and sizes.

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Conduct competitive market analysis and identify emerging trends to inform product development.

Sales & Performance Analysis

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Monitor sales data, sell-through rates, and customer insights to make data-driven merchandising decisions.

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Identify top-performing styles and optimize stock allocation to maximise profitability.

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Provide regular reporting on category performance, highlighting opportunities and risks.

Cross-functional Collaboration

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Work closely with design and product development teams to influence collections based on commercial needs.

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Partner with marketing teams to ensure product launches and storytelling align with brand vision.

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Liaise with production and supply chain teams to manage inventory flow and ensure timely deliveries.

Retail & Wholesale Strategy

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Support retail and e-commerce teams in curating compelling product selections.

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Collaborate with wholesale partners to tailor assortments to regional and account-specific needs.

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Participate in seasonal buying sessions and product presentations.

Required Skills:

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You will be able to demonstrate the desired Alexander McQueen behaviours.

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Previous merchandising experience in luxury footwear brands.

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Strong analytical skills with experience in sales analysis, forecasting, and trend identification.

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Knowledge of the global sneaker and footwear market, including key players and consumer trends.

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Excellent communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally.

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Proficiency in merchandising software, Excel, and data analytics tools.

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Passion for luxury fashion and sneakers, with an eye for design and commercial appeal.

Please Note: This job description is not exhaustive and may evolve as the needs of the organisation change.

Kering is committed to building a diverse workforce. We believe diversity in all its forms – gender, age, nationality, culture, religious beliefs and sexual orientation – enriches the workplace. It opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to adapt to a changing world. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their background.

·  Full time
·  Europe
·  United Kingdom