Scotland’s only luxury leather goods brand, with a keen international outlook, Strathberry creates unique luxury pieces, handcrafted in Spain using only the very finest quality leathers and finishes. Known for its instantly recognisable bar closure and minimalist design aesthetic, Strathberry’s elegant lines and exceptional attention to detail have led to a global following.
The brand is stocked in over 100 retailers worldwide, with flagship stores in London and Edinburgh. With new investment in place to accelerate the next phase of expansion, there has never been a better time to join this dynamic business.
THE ROLE
As our Inventory Planner, you will play a critical role in ensuring optimal inventory flow and allocation across channels. This hands-on role requires close collaboration with Merchandising, Production, Retail, and Logistics teams. You’ll manage inventory forecasting, reporting, and planning tools, and help drive efficiency and availability across global operations.
Please note: This is a full-time, permanent position based in Edinburgh. We are currently operating a hybrid working approach with a minimum of 3 fixed days required each week working from our beautiful Townhouse in Edinburgh City Centre.
To apply please submit your CV, outlining your relevant skills and experience and interest in this position by Friday 5th September 2025.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Inventory & Forecast Management
* Analyse regularly Rate of Sale (ROS), availability and Weeks Cover at SKU level and recommend actions (e.g. reorders, delays, or cancellations).
* Maintain and share the Projection Report at season and category level with key stakeholders. Identifying any areas of concern or opportunity.
* Advise and approve production movements, ensuring alignment with availability and commercial priorities.
Stock Allocation & Transfers
* Advise weekly Spain inbound priorities, balancing sell-through opportunity and cost efficiency. As well as advising splits between UK and US warehouses.
* Approve internal stock requests from Wholesale, Photography, PR and Marketing.
* Resolve delivery discrepancies in partnership with Store Managers.
* Manage stock returns post-sale and for underperforming SKUs.
* Place seasonal and in-season Buys in coordination with Merchandising.
* Raise and manage internal transfer orders between UK and US warehouse and Spain, for Retail, Online and Wholesale needs.
* Raise daily Store replenishment orders, and update Store Minimums weekly to avoid missed opportunities.
Reporting & Analysis
* Conduct regional Sale analysis, especially between the US and Rest of World (ROW), to inform allocation and buy strategy.
* Create and distribute the weekly stock and sales report with insights across channels and the different US and ROW sites.
* Support Merchandising with ad hoc sales and competitor analysis.
Come work with us and enjoy the following benefits:
* 29 days annual leave, plus 3 additional fixed bank holidays
* Never work on your birthday! Additional day holiday on your birthday
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Allocation of Strathberry products
ABOUT YOU
To be a star candidate for this position, you must be able to demonstrate the following skills and experience:
* 3–5 years of experience in inventory, demand, or merchandise planning.
* Hands-on experience with product data tools, and a strong Excel proficiency.
* Deep understanding of fashion buying cycles, product flows, and global retail operations.
* Strong commercial acumen with a focus on inventory turnover and allocation strategy.
* Experience working across wholesale, DTC (retail & e-comm), and international warehouses a plus.
* Exceptionally detail-oriented, with a structured and analytical mindset.
* Comfortable managing large volumes of data with accuracy and commercial understanding.
INTERESTED?
To apply please submit your CV, outlining your relevant skills and experience and interest in this position by Friday 5th September 2025.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Associate
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Other
* Industries
Retail Luxury Goods and Jewelry and Retail Apparel and Fashion
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