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