We're making a big move and we want you to be part of it.
We are relocating several of our core departments from London to Gothenburg, and as a result, we're growing our Swedish team in a major way. This means we're hiring across multiple departments simultaneously - including Brand, Product, Design, and more.
This is a unique moment to join a fast-moving, internationally recognised fashion brand as we expand our presence in Sweden. If you've been waiting for an opportunity to be part of something exciting - this is it.
Explore our open roles and find where you fit.
We are looking for our next Assortment Planner. In this role, you will own the end-to-end assortment, integrating both core/existing product lines and new introductions into one cohesive seasonal plan. You have a strong analytical mindset and a thorough understanding of product and commercial dynamics - ensuring every assortment decision is grounded in both creativity and business needs.
Acting at the intersection of Buying, Product Development, Production, Design, Brand, and Commercial, you ensure cross-departmental alignment, lead the seasonal critical path, and continuously follow up to keep all workstreams on track. You are passionate about planning and take ownership of your work from start to finish - someone who brings both structural precision and a collaborative spirit to every stage of the process.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
You are someone who thrives in complexity - keeping many workstreams aligned and on track while staying calm, structured, and focused on what matters most. You thrive in a fast-paced and fun environment, and you show up as a true team player - someone who takes pride not just in the plan, but in how you work with the people around you.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
• Define and manage retail store assortments
• Plan range segmentations, tailoring product offerings by tier, location, and channel, to serve both direct-to-consumer stores and B2B wholesale partners effectively
• Own the consolidated seasonal assortment plan, merging core/continuity lines with new product introductions from the Merchandise Planning Manager into a unified range
• Lead the seasonal critical path end-to-end, setting milestones for Buying, Product Development, Production, Design, Marketing, and Commercial, and continuously following up to ensure on-time delivery
• Act as the central coordination point across departments, facilitating alignment meetings, resolving bottlenecks, and ensuring each team's deliverables feed into the overall timeline
• Maintain and optimize the existing assortment by analyzing sell-through, stock levels, and lifecycle data, making recommendations on carryovers, phase-outs, and replenishment
• Consolidate seasonal inputs (pricing, channel allocation, marketing activations) into a single assortment view and present to senior leadership for sign-off
ARE YOU THE ONE?
• Academic degree in Business, Supply Chain, Merchandising, or related field
• 5+ years experience in assortment planning, critical-path management, and cross-functional coordination within footwear or fashion
• Proven ability to drive alignment across many teams
• At least two years within a brand
• Highly organised and process-driven
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and deadline-focused
• Strong communicator with proven stakeholder management skills
• Analytical with strong commercial awareness
HERE'S HOW TO APPLY
If you are ready to own the end-to-end assortment and help shape the next chapter of Axel Arigato, apply today and join the next chapter of our creative journey.
Apply by submitting your CV. We also welcome a short cover letter telling us why you think you would be a great fit for this role. Please do not include a photo or date of birth with your application; our recruitment process is competency based.
We review applications continuously and the position may be filled before the closing date.
DETAILS
Contract type: Full-time
Reports to: Head of Merchandising
Location: Gothenburg
Work mode: On-site
Direct reports: No
Start date: ASAP
Financial responsibility: No
A BIT ABOUT AXEL ARIGATO
Founded in Sweden in 2014 by Albin Johansson and Max Svärdh, Axel Arigato was born with a disruptive mindset, modernising and democratising the sneaker landscape through a blend of style, quality, community and a digital-first approach.
Grounded in Scandinavian minimalism and elevated with playful, intentional details, every piece is designed with care: crafted to move globally, worn with individuality.
What began online expanded into physical spaces built for energetic cultural exchange: stores and experiences where conversations, performances and unexpected activations dissolve the boundaries between brand and culture.
Today, Axel Arigato continues to evolve with purpose via a people-powered approach. It shows up where culture happens: on streets, at events and across cities.
Built on curiosity. Driven by connection.
OUR VALUES
DROP: Diversity, Respect, Openness and Passion are our core values. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds.
Axel Arigato was founded in Sweden 10 years ago and since then we’ve consistently celebrated the intersectionality of design, music, and art. Our footwear and ready-to-wear speaks to this creative cultural landscape, while remaining loyal to our minimal Scandinavian origins. With 10 flagship stores across 6 countries and partnerships with over 250 international retailers, we embrace a global creative perspective. Constantly evolving with the rhythm of contemporary culture, we collaborate with a diverse array of voices as part of an ever-growing community. We thrive on fostering human connection and igniting inspiration and discovery through cultural initiatives, curated experiences and well-crafted designs.
