Fossil appoints new Merchandising boss to streamline operations and reduce commercial lead times

Jane Richardson will soon be joining Fossil UK as their Head of Merchandising.

Fossil Group Inc. is a global company specializing in the innovation, design, and marketing of fashion lifestyle and accessory products including watches, jewellery, and leather goods. At the heart of Fossil’s vision is their commitment to fostering creativity and delivering the best in design through our three core businesses: the Fossil brand, our Portfolio of internationally recognized brands, and our newest addition, Skagen. With over 500 company-owned stores worldwide, 4,000 wholesale locations, and a strong e-commerce business, they have a unique position in the global marketplace that is continuing to grow.

Jane is an accomplished retail expert with a solid and versatile background in Merchandising, Retail Operations and Retail Marketing. By blending strategic and tactical skills, she has delivered sound commercial solutions to transform performance and profitability at her current business, DB Apparel. Working in partnership with her buying counterpart, Jane and her new team will control the flow and acquisition volumes of stock, to ensure customers always have what they want, when they want it. Based out of Milton Keynes she will focus her expertise on product margin, availability and lead times. She and her reports will be at the forefront of product availability and price point.

We wish her every success.