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 Merchandise Planning Manager Footwear. This role is responsible for planning our assortment and product mix in line with our business and company goals, driving new product introductions and balancing carry-overs and core assortments across channels.
All planning is insight-led, based on trend-informed market analyses, commercial data and filtered through our brand lens.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
You are insight-driven and commercially curious - someone who reads market signals with confidence and knows how to translate data into clear, actionable product direction.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
Lead and manage assortment planning to maximize brand growth, profitability and curation
Spot and incorporate emerging trends via market research, market visits, competition benchmarking, and consumer data, to brief Design on New Product Introductions
Coordinate cross-functional GTM plans with Design, Buying, Marketing, and Commercial teams, ensuring new concepts align with brand positioning and trend directions
Translate trend insights into seasonal range strategies, defining launch timing, pricing architecture (FOB, go-in margin, RRP), and channel allocation
Manage the launch calendar of new products
Build sell-in packages and storytelling briefs to activate launches, for in-line products as well as for limited drops and capsule collections
Track performance against KPIs (sell-through, margin, inventory turn)on New Product Introductions and use post-launch data to refine future GTM cycles
ARE YOU THE ONE?
Academic degree in Business, Merchandising, Fashion, or related field
5+ years of experience in forecasting, assortment planning, and inventory management within the footwear industry
Proven ability to collaborate across Design, Production, Marketing, and Commercial teams
At least two years within a brand
Highly analytical and data-driven
Strong eye for emerging trends within the footwear category
Proactive, structured, and efficient
Strong communicator and collaborator
Detail-oriented with strong commercial awareness
HERE'S HOW TO APPLY
If you are ready to shape our assortment strategy and help drive the next chapter of Axel Arigato's product growth, 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.
OUT 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.
