Job Description
As a Marketing & Communication Manager at ARKET, you will be responsible to drive, support, enable and develop ARKETs marketing plan and way of working cross functionally to create the best customer engagement, growth, communication, and strategy in the short and long term that delivers on ARKET brand & business goals.
You will guide the Market & Communication team through our mission and vision and DNA to reach our desired state here and now as well as our 5-year plan. You align marketing and communication strategic direction with business objectives and contribute with marketing planning, activations and follow-up in all paid, earned and owned channels. Reports to Brand & Communication Director.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
Set and execute ARKET’s global marketing activity plan across all markets and channels.
Lead and develop the Marketing & Communication team, fostering an inspiring and engaging environment.
Drive paid, owned, and earned traffic channels towards growth targets.
Own the strategic commercial plan and ensure alignment with ARKET’s purpose and business goals.
Continuously evaluate and improve marketing processes and activities.
Ensure effective internal communication and collaboration across teams.
Take responsibility for team development, succession planning, and recruitment.
Ensure compliance with company policies and local legislation.
WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH
You will collaborate closely with the Brand & Communication Director, cross-functional teams across departments and markets, and lead a global Marketing & Communication team. You’ll be part of a dynamic and purpose-driven environment where collaboration and creativity are key
WHO YOU ARE
We are looking for people with…
5+ years of experience in a similar role within Fashion, Retail, or Entertainment.
A degree in Marketing, Public Relations, Communications, or Project Management.
Proven experience leading and coaching teams.
Strong understanding of omnichannel marketing strategies.
Fluent English skills, both verbal and written.
Experience working cross-functionally across departments and markets.
Budget management experience.
And people who are…
Strategic and business-minded.
Purpose-driven and self-motivated.
Structured, organized, and analytical.
Collaborative with excellent networking skills.
Curious with a global mindset.
Passionate about the customer and brand experience.
Positive, communicative, and solution-oriented.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
This is a full-time permanent position based at our Head Office in Stockholm.
If you feel this opportunity is exciting, feel free to apply by sending in your CV in English as soon as possible, but no later than Monday, 10th November. Due to data policies, we only accept applications through our career page.
In this role, you will have the flexibility to work both remotely and from the office. While remote working is part of our offer, approx. 4 days per week office presence is required to foster strong collaborations and teamwork.
Please note this position is offered on a local contract, therefore you should have the legal right to work in Sweden before applying. Other candidates are welcome to register their interest, and we will keep you in mind for future opportunities.
WHO WE ARE
ARKET is a modern-day market with a Nordic soul, offering a mix of fashion, homeware and a café while having quality, sustainability and transparency at the core of our business. ARKET’s mission is to democratize quality through widely accessible, well-made, durable products, designed to be used and loved for a long time. Learn more about ARKET here.
WHY YOU’LL LOVE WORKING HERE
We offer all our employees attractive benefits with broad development opportunities. All our employees receive a staff discount usable on all our H&M Group brands in stores and online. In addition, all our employees are included in our H&M Incentive Program – HIP.
ARKET-based colleagues also receive:
30 days holiday
A collective agreement which includes pension and life insurance
Wellness benefit of 3000 SEK/year
Access to the Benify Benefits Portal
JOIN US
Our uniqueness comes from a combination of many things – our inclusive and collaborative culture, our strong values, and opportunities for growth. But most of all, it’s our people who make us who we are.
We are committed to a recruitment process that is fair, equitable, and based on competency. We therefore kindly ask you not to attach a cover letter in your application.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Job Description
Are you excited by the idea of working with the full collection and shaping the customer offer through data-driven insights? As an Assortment Planner at & Other Stories, you’ll be at the heart of our collections combining fashion insight with data to guide assortment decisions and create a relevant and inspiring customer experience. This is a strategic and collaborative role where your quantification work directly influences what our customers discover and love.
Your Responsibilities:
What you will do:
Identify and quantify key sales drivers such as product types, colours, and price points.
Collaborate with Buyers to ensure the right quantity is delivered at the right time, in the right channel and market.
Monitor performance and identify new sales opportunities and risks based on insights and analysis.
Drive strategic quantification across collections and contribute ideas to improve assortment planning.
Support quarterly input from local markets and ensure feedback is shared and acted upon.
Continuously improve ways of working and contribute to team development.
WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH
You’ll be part of a dynamic and inclusive team, working closely with five Buyers and Junior Buyers across categories like knitwear, woven, and jersey. You’ll collaborate tightly with our Business Controller and report to Head of Atelier. You’ll be involved in the full collection cycle, from early planning to final quantification, and your insights will help shape the direction of our offer. Occasional dialogue with production teams may also occur to align on purchasing strategies.
Qualifications
We are looking for people with…
Background in retail and ready-to-wear.
Experience working through full seasonal cycles.
Strong skills in quantification and assortment planning.
Proficiency in Excel, Power BI, and planning systems
Fluent in English (written and spoken).
And people who are…
Analytical and curious – you enjoy diving into data and drawing actionable conclusions.
Proactive and self-driven – you take initiative and ownership of your work.
Collaborative – you enjoy working with others and contributing to team success.
Open to learning – you continuously seek improvement and new knowledge.
Responsible – you follow through and deliver with reliability.
Additional Information
This is a full time temporary contract for one year based at our Head Office in Kungsholmen, Stockholm
If you feel this opportunity is exciting feel free to apply by sending in your CV in English as soon as possible, but no later than the 7/11 Due to data policies, we only accept applications through our career page.
In this role you will have the flexibility to work both remotely and, from the office. While remote working is part of our offer. 4 days per week office presence is required to foster strong collaborations and team work.
Please note this position is offered on a local contract, therefore you should have the legal right to work in Sweden before applying. Other candidates are welcome to register their interest, and we will keep you in mind for future opportunities.
WHO WE ARE
& Other Stories is a modern fashion brand that tells expressive stories. Designed for everyday living – with its excitement, curiosity and imperfections – our clothes empower those who think differently. Learn more about & Other Stories here.
WHY YOU’LL LOVE WORKING HERE
We offer all our employees attractive benefits with broad development opportunities. All our employees receive a staff discount usable on all our H&M Group brands in stores and online. In addition to our staff discount, all our employees are included in our H&M Incentive Program – HIP. You can read more about our H&M Incentive Program here.
In addition to this, & Other Stories-based colleagues also receive:
30 days holiday
A collective agreement which includes pension and life insurance
Wellness benefit 3000kr/year
Benify Benefits Portal
JOIN US
Our uniqueness comes from a combination of many things – our inclusive and collaborative culture, our strong values, and opportunities for growth. But most of all, it’s our people who make us who we are.
We are committed to a recruitment process that is fair, equitable, and based on competency. We therefore kindly ask you to not attach a cover letter in your application.
We look forward to hearing from you