Hello, I’m Claire
I’m a merchandise planning expert and retail consultant based in Hertfordshire, and I’ve been in the industry for more than 20 years.
I support clients at every stage of the merchandise planning cycle
From trading analysis and range planning to demand forecasting, intake and stock management, I develop tools, processes and strategies that deliver results and grow with your business.
“Claire is a brilliant combination of analytical rigour, clear commercial thinking and sound judgement. Nothing phases her and she approaches any challenge with calm, reason, resilience and good humour.”
Sarah Morris, Board Advisor, NED and Founder of Sarah Morris Associates
I founded Retail With Clarity in 2018
Working for myself allows me more control, variety and choice over the brands I work with. It also lets me support businesses who might not be able to, or need to, invest in senior merchandise planning expertise full time, which I love.
Before going solo, I worked in-house for big brands
For 15 years, I worked in-house at the head offices of high-profile retailers including Tesco, Coles Group (Australia) and Signet Jewelers. In these roles, I looked after their merchandise planning and collaborated closely with their buying teams.
I thrive on being part of the wider community
Whether it’s the wider retail community or my local area, I’m very much someone who likes to get involved.
Alongside my consultancy work, I’m a tutor at the Fashion Retail Academy and, more locally, I’m a Board Trustee at NOAH Enterprise. If you have an idea for collaborating on a project, get in touch.
“I felt safe and empowered and hugely relieved after working with Claire! Nothing was too much trouble, and she made everything seem simpler than I had anticipated.”
