Franchise Trade Planning and Events Manager

Role Overview

The Franchise Trade Planning and Events Manager will play a pivotal role in shaping how M&S engages customers, drives sales growth, and delivers standout trading moments across their international Franchise estate.

What You Will Do

The key accountabilities will include developing and delivering the Franchise trade plan, creating and implementing promotional campaigns and trading events, and analysing trading results to evaluate campaign effectiveness.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The ideal candidate will combine critical thinking with strong delivery, thrive in a fast-paced retail environment, and be passionate about turning insight into action.

Requirements

• Proven experience in trade planning, commercial planning, or retail trading
• Strong commercial acumen and ability to translate data into actionable strategies
• Experience developing and delivering promotional campaigns and seasonal events
• Excellent partner management and influencing skills
• Strong project management and organisational skills

Benefits

• 20% colleague discount on M&S products and third-party brands
• Competitive holiday allowance
• Discretionary bonus schemes
• Strong pension and life assurance
• Tailored induction and training
• Exclusive perks and savings
• Market-leading family policies
• 24/7 wellbeing support
• One paid volunteer day a year