Buying and Merchandising Masterclass

TFN's masterclass ‘Buying and Merchandising’ discussing a range of topics including the future of the roles, sustainability, and what tools they use to do the job.

Our Panel:
Chaired by Lisa Trencher of Manchester Metropolitan University MBA
Grace Hill: EMEA Retail Strategy Director at EDITED
Chloe Greaves: Senior Merchandiser on the Womens Footwear, Accessories and Beauty team at N Brown
Tessa Woodhead: Head of Talent Acquisition at N Brown
Fiona Brown: Head of Buying and Design for Public Desire at Public Desire

Discussion Points:
Difference between buying & merchandising
How the job is changing
The career progression
Core skills required to do the job at junior & senior level
Costing - where to start
Offshoring v nearshoring
Tool to help do the job
How is ecommerce changing the role
What is the role of the buyer in sustainability
Future of both of these roles