Head of Category
4 weeks ago
Head of Position being part of the SLT.
- Flexible working, free parking and central location.
- Managing the strategic direction of the Kitchenware category.
**About the role**:
**Key Responsibilities**:
Managing the Kitchenware portfolio across the business, managing the Buying and Product team.
- **Category Strategy**:
- Develop and implement a strategic plan for the kitchen category, aligning with overall business objectives.
- Analyze market trends, competitor activity, and customer insights to identify opportunities for growth and innovation.
- Drive product assortment strategies to meet customer needs and preferences.
- **Product Management**:
- Oversee the selection, sourcing, and onboarding of new kitchen products.
- Collaborate with suppliers to ensure a high-quality and diverse product offering.
- Manage inventory levels, pricing strategies, and promotional activities to maximize sales and profitability.
- **Team Leadership**:
- Lead and inspire a cross-functional team, including category managers, buyers, and product designers.
- Provide mentorship, guidance, and support to foster professional development.
- Collaborate with other department heads to ensure a cohesive and integrated approach to overall business success.
- **Financial Performance**:
- Develop and manage the category budget, ensuring financial targets are met and exceeded.
- Analyze sales data and key performance indicators to make data-driven decisions and optimize category performance.
- **Stakeholder Collaboration**:
- Work closely with marketing teams to develop effective promotional campaigns and marketing strategies.
- Collaborate with store operations to ensure consistent and impactful in-store displays and layouts.
**Education and Experience**:
- Bachelor's degree
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in retail management in either Buying, Category or Product Development.
- Ideally experience within the homewares/hard goods sector
- Must have managed a team of people
- **How to apply**:
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