Manager, Marketplace Merchandising Converse

ABOUT CONVERSE

Converse is a brand built on authenticity creativity and self-expression. Born in sport and adopted by culture it continues to evolve at the intersection of street and innovation. Here potential is unlocked boundaries are pushed and individuality is celebrated. Converse looks for people who lead with purpose think boldly and bring their full selves to work every day.

WHO YOU WILL WORK WITH

• Global Marketplace Merchandising leadership team provides strategic direction and alignment
• Integrated Marketplace & Merchandising teams collaborate to deliver cohesive marketplace strategies
• Planning Marketing and Product Creation partners align on business priorities and storytelling
• Consumer Insights Analytics and Marketplace Strategy teams inform data-driven decisions
• Key marketplace partners and account leaders ensure strong external alignment and execution

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

A strategic and consumer-focused merchandising leader who shapes marketplace strategy assortment direction and activation across key partners in London. This individual operates at the intersection of insights product strategy execution and collaboration.

The ideal candidate brings deep merchandising expertise strong analytical thinking and the ability to influence across diverse stakeholders. They translate consumer competitive and retail insights into clear actionable strategies and thrive in fast-paced matrixed environments.

We are looking for:

• Proven experience in merchandising marketplace management buying or related commercial roles
• Strong merchandising acumen with an understanding of marketplace partner dynamics and differentiated consumer strategies
• Demonstrated success leading coaching and developing talent
• Ability to leverage data insights and consumer understanding to guide business decisions
• Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional leadership skills
• Experience working in complex matrixed organizations
• High level of organization attention to detail and leadership presence
• Passion for product culture and the Converse brand

WHAT YOU WILL WORK ON

As Manager Marketplace Merchandising London you will lead the development and execution of seasonal marketplace strategies across key partners. You will ensure assortments and consumer journeys align with marketplace opportunities and brand priorities.

You will:

• Develop and execute seasonal marketplace merchandising strategies that drive consumer relevance growth and differentiation
• Build localized and key account assortments that balance productivity consumer demand growth opportunities and partner needs
• Partner closely with Integrated Marketplace Planning and Marketing teams to align on business priorities optimize assortments and deliver cohesive storytelling
• Analyze marketplace performance consumer trends and competitive insights to identify opportunities mitigate risks and recommend actions
• Lead seasonal marketplace reviews presenting performance insights and strategic recommendations to senior leadership
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain global alignment while capturing regional opportunities
• Champion a consumer-led data-informed approach to decision-making across marketplace strategies
• Lead coach and develop a marketplace merchandising professional supporting growth and capability development.

Application deadline: June 8th 2026