- Employment
- Full-time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Department
- Merchandising, Buying & Planning
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Nov 10, 2026
About Burberry
Burberry Limited, a quintessentially British luxury fashion house, is renowned for its innovative designs and commitment to quality. As part of the global luxury conglomerate, Burberry offers a dynamic and inclusive work environment where creativity and excellence are at the forefront. The company is dedicated to fostering a culture that encourages diversity and sustainability, making it a leader in the luxury industry.
Burberry is seeking a commercially minded Inventory Planner to consolidate global rolling Open to Buy plans and optimise inventory across Full Price Stores, Digital, Outlet and Wholesale. The role analyses channel performance, supports sales and margin targets, coordinates stock rebalancing and develops product exit strategies with merchandising, retail and finance teams.
Role & Responsibilities
- Consolidate and manage the global rolling Open to Buy (OTB) across Full Price Stores, Digital, Outlet and Wholesale, providing a clear view of inventory plans across channels.
- Analyse channel performance against plan, turning trading data into insights and highlighting risks and opportunities against inventory targets.
- Partner with the Manager and Group Finance to support annual margin and sales target setting, monitor performance against targets and track progress across product divisions.
- Assess option plans within the OTB framework, evaluating revenue per option and assortment productivity to inform commercial decisions.
- Coordinate global stock rebalancing, maintain planning templates, communicate stock movements and identify opportunities to improve sell-through and weeks of cover.
- Maintain an accurate view of global product lifecycle and delist activity; partner with Retail and Collection Merchandising to develop exit strategies that support inventory clearance while protecting full-price sales and the Burberry brand.
Qualifications
- Demonstrated experience in a planning or analytical role, producing commercial analysis and supporting Open to Buy management in a global or multi-channel environment.
- Strong analytical capability and attention to detail, with the ability to interpret complex information, identify opportunities and translate findings into clear recommendations.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and confidence working with detailed commercial, planning and inventory data.
- Clear, considered communication skills and the ability to build positive working relationships across merchandising, finance, retail and other cross-functional teams.
- Organised and adaptable, with the ability to prioritise effectively and manage multiple or competing requirements in a fast-paced environment.
- Solutions-focused and motivated by results, with the ability to learn quickly, exercise sound judgement and make progress amid changing priorities or incomplete information.
Skills
Workplace
This position is based in London, England, UK.
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Culture
Burberry fosters a creative and inclusive workplace culture that values diversity and sustainability. The company is committed to being a force for good, driving industry change and championing community engagement.
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