Kidswear Category Leader

4 days ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom SILK ROUTE RECRUITMENT Full time

Job Summary:

Silk Route Recruitment is seeking an experienced Kidswear Category Leader to lead the Kidswear category for a well-established British designer brand in London. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in kidswear buying and a proven track record of driving category growth and profitability.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and execute the annual buying budget and buying plan for the Kidswear category.
  • Lead the buying team in Kidswear and manage vendor and supplier relationships to drive category growth and profitability.
  • Align the buying plan with the overall business strategy and drive improvements in category buying through timely buying volume management, margin optimization, and other initiatives.
  • Manage and develop the buying team in Kidswear to ensure they have the skills and knowledge needed to drive category growth and profitability.

Requirements:

  • A strong kidswear buying background, ideally with a UK/European brand or specialized kidswear retailer.
  • Experience in critical path management and margin optimization.
  • Knowledge of garment construction and manufacturing methods.
  • Negotiation/influencing skills.
  • A sharp business acumen and a broad skill set in management within large matrix structures.
  • Effective people management, team building, and strong communication skills.
  • Confident presentation skills with excellent attention to detail.


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