Primark Cares

3 weeks ago


Reading, Reading, United Kingdom Primark Stores Limited Full time

Primark Cares – Head of Circularity

Primark exists to serve the 'Savvy Shoppers' of the world, creating MAXIMUM JOY AT MINIMUM COST. We make LOOKING GOOD and FEELING GOOD cost less. With a culture of maximum care: for our customers and colleagues, our partners and the planet. With minimum waste, damage or disrespect. We are PRIMARK. We are a £9bn+ turnover business with operations across 400+ stores and 16 international markets (and growing). Over the past 15 years, we've transformed into a true Retail giant with a global footprint that covers 16 selling markets and now employs over 80,000 colleagues worldwide. Through this opportunity you will develop and advance Primark's circular economy strategy, aligning it with the Primark Cares program. This involves testing and scaling initiatives that improve Primark's commercial and reputational standing while challenging the current business model. Additionally, you will work closely with Corporate Affairs to ensure clear communication that protects and enhances Primark's reputation What You'll Do:
In your role, you'll collaborate with different people across a range of skillsets. Here's a flavour of your day-to-day:
  • Deliver Primark's circular economy strategies across four key pillars.
  • Ensure product durability and recyclability through Circular Product Standard & Circular Design training.
  • Collaborate with strategic partners to enhance circular economy knowledge and capabilities.
  • Work with design teams to implement and test circular design strategies.
  • Develop and test a comprehensive Circular Business Model strategy with key stakeholders.
  • Engage customers by presenting our circular initiatives clearly and excitingly, in line with regulations.
  • Develop a cohesive circular L&D strategy in partnership with L&D and Primark Cares teams.
  • Facilitate commercial innovation opportunities focused on the circular economy and new materials.
  • Lead the Circular & Customer team within Primark Cares and support the Director as needed.
  • Collaborate with Product Sustainability and Sourcing teams to engage suppliers in circular economy strategies.
What You'll Bring
Here at Primark, we want everyone to feel valued – so please bring your authentic self to work, of course with some other key experience and abilities for this role in particular:
  • 15+ years in Buying, including 5 years in senior management, with relevant fashion or commerce qualifications.
  • Proven success in implementing Buying strategies and fostering a high-performance, innovative culture.
  • Strong leadership and coaching skills, with experience in target setting, performance evaluation, and employee engagement.
  • Excellent relationship management at executive levels and skilled negotiation in supplier management.
  • Effective multitasker with strong creative vision, outstanding communication skills, and the ability to influence across all business levels.
Ready? Great - because we can't wait to see what you can offer. You'll be joining a team of diverse, passionate, and talented individuals where you'll truly belong, collaborating on projects that will shape the future of our industry. If you're excited about this role but don't meet all the criteria, we encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for this role or another one, and our recruitment team Can determine where your skills may fit in at Primark. Apply to be part of our future and we'll help you develop yours. If you need any reasonable adjustments or have an accessibility request, during your recruitment journey, such as extended time or breaks between online assessments, a sign language interpreter, mobility access, or assistive technology please contact your talent acquisition specialist. All offers of employment are subject to background checks, including right to work, reference education and for some roles criminal, and financial checks. If you have any concerns please reach out to our talent acquisition team to discuss. 127542BR #J-18808-Ljbffr

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