Fashion Category Manager

6 days ago


Liverpool, Liverpool, United Kingdom The Very Group Full time

About this role...

This position is responsible for overseeing the category strategy and ensuring key trading milestones are met. You will work closely with the Buying Manager to develop the category strategy and support the wider retail strategy.

As a key player in the Kidswear team, you will have full ownership of core areas within the own brand category. You will manage key strategic brand relationships, using excellent stakeholder skills to achieve success.

You will:

  • Consider our current proposition, market growth, competitors, consumer drivers, and future opportunities.
  • Develop a clear roadmap for how the strategy translates into a clear plan for the next 6-24 months.
  • Be the voice of The Very Group at supplier meetings and selections.
  • Link the strategy into the wider category priorities and business initiatives, maximising opportunities to drive growth.
  • Come up with ideas to drive category growth and achieve commercial targets.

About you...

To succeed in this role, you will need:

  • Demonstrable fashion experience gained at Senior Assistant Buyer or Junior Buyer level within an own brand background. Preferable experience in Kidswear.
  • Able to work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment, with a strong focus on what is right for the business, your team, and the customer.
  • Bold and ambitious in your approach, not afraid to aim high and learn along the way.
  • Demonstrate our values and culture, be a true leader for your direct reports, coaching and mentoring, and establishing clear ways of working.

Some of our benefits...

  • Flexible, hybrid working model
  • Inclusive culture and environment
  • £1,000 flexible benefits allowance to suit your needs
  • 30 days holiday + bank holidays
  • Udemy learning access
  • Bonus potential (performance and business-related)
  • Up to 25% discount on Very.co.uk
  • Matched pension up to 6%

How to apply...


  • Junior Buyer

    4 weeks ago


    Liverpool, Liverpool, United Kingdom House of Fashion Associates Ltd Full time

    Job Title: Junior Buyer - Fashion and HomewareJoin House of Fashion Associates Ltd as a Junior Buyer - Fashion and Homeware and take on a challenging role that will help you grow your career in the fashion industry.Job Summary:We are seeking a highly motivated and organized Junior Buyer to join our team in Liverpool. As a Junior Buyer, you will be...

  • Junior Buyer

    4 weeks ago


    Liverpool, Liverpool, United Kingdom House of Fashion Associates Ltd Full time

    Job Title: Junior Buyer - Fashion and HomewareJoin House of Fashion Associates Ltd as a Junior Buyer - Fashion and Homeware and take on a challenging role that will help you grow your career in the fashion industry.Job Summary:We are seeking a highly motivated and organized Junior Buyer to join our team in Liverpool. As a Junior Buyer, you will be...

  • Junior Buyer

    4 weeks ago


    Liverpool, Liverpool, United Kingdom House of Fashion Associates Ltd Full time

    Job Title: Junior Buyer - Fashion and HomewareLocation: LiverpoolJob Type: PermanentSalary: £32,000 Per AnnumAbout the Role:We are seeking a highly motivated and organized Junior Buyer to join our Fashion and Homeware team. As a Junior Buyer, you will be responsible for assisting the Buyer in sourcing, planning, and developing product ranges. You will work...

  • Junior Buyer

    4 weeks ago


    Liverpool, Liverpool, United Kingdom House of Fashion Associates Ltd Full time

    Job Title: Junior Buyer - Fashion and HomewareLocation: LiverpoolJob Type: PermanentSalary: £32,000 Per AnnumAbout the Role:We are seeking a highly motivated and organized Junior Buyer to join our Fashion and Homeware team. As a Junior Buyer, you will be responsible for assisting the Buyer in sourcing, planning, and developing product ranges. You will work...

  • Junior Buyer

    4 weeks ago


    Liverpool, Liverpool, United Kingdom House of Fashion Associates Ltd Full time

    Job Title: Junior Buyer - Fashion and HomewareLocation: LiverpoolJob Type: PermanentSalary: £32,000 Per AnnumAbout the Role:We are seeking a highly motivated and organized Junior Buyer to join our Fashion and Homeware team in Liverpool. As a Junior Buyer, you will be responsible for planning, managing, and implementing the product development process,...

  • Category Manager

    3 weeks ago


    Liverpool, Liverpool, United Kingdom The Very Group Full time

    About the role:This Junior Buyer role is responsible for overseeing category critical path and ensuring key trading milestones are adhered to. Working closely with the Buying Manager, you will help develop the category strategy and how it supports the wider retail strategy.As a key member of the Buying Team, you will have full ownership of core areas within...

  • Category Manager

    3 weeks ago


    Liverpool, Liverpool, United Kingdom The Very Group Full time

    About the role:This Category Manager - Kidswear Own Brand role is responsible for overseeing category critical path and ensuring key trading milestones are adhered to. Working closely with the Buying Manager, you will help develop the category strategy and how it supports the wider retail strategy.As a key member of the Kidswear team, you will have full...

  • Category Manager

    1 month ago


    Liverpool, Liverpool, United Kingdom Lavandi Talent Full time

    Category Manager OpportunityLavandi Talent is seeking a skilled Category Manager to join a dynamic Beauty & Personal Care business. This role offers a chance to develop and work cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment.Key Responsibilities:Planogram Strategy and Optimization: Lead the creation and upkeep of strategic planograms to maximize sales...

  • Category Manager

    1 month ago


    Liverpool, Liverpool, United Kingdom Lavandi Talent Full time

    Category Manager OpportunityLavandi Talent is seeking a skilled Category Manager to join a dynamic Beauty & Personal Care business. This role offers a chance to develop and work cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment.Key Responsibilities:Planogram Strategy and Optimization: Lead the creation and upkeep of strategic planograms to maximize sales...

  • Senior Buyer

    3 weeks ago


    Liverpool, Liverpool, United Kingdom The Very Group Full time

    About the role:This Junior Buyer role is responsible for overseeing category critical path and ensuring key trading milestones are adhered to. Working closely with the Buying Manager, you will help develop the category strategy and how it supports the wider retail strategy.As a key member of the Kidswear team, you will have full ownership of core areas...

  • Category Manager

    4 weeks ago


    Liverpool, Liverpool, United Kingdom Lavandi Talent Full time £40,000 - £50,000

    Category Manager OpportunityLavandi Talent is seeking a skilled Category Manager to join a dynamic Beauty & Personal Care business. This role offers a chance to develop and work cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment.Key Responsibilities:Develop and maintain strategic planograms to maximize sales performance.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to...

  • Category Manager

    4 weeks ago


    Liverpool, Liverpool, United Kingdom The Very Group Full time

    About The Very GroupWe are a leading e-commerce company that helps families get more out of life. Our mission is to provide amazing brands and products with flexible payment options on Very.co.uk, making it easier for our customers to say yes to the things they love. We're passionate about building careers with real growth, a sense of purpose, belonging, and...

  • Category Manager

    4 weeks ago


    Liverpool, Liverpool, United Kingdom The Very Group Full time

    About The Very GroupWe are a leading e-commerce company that helps families get more out of life. Our mission is to provide amazing brands and products with flexible payment options on Very.co.uk, making it easier for our customers to say yes to the things they love. We're passionate about building careers with real growth, a sense of purpose, belonging, and...


  • Liverpool, Liverpool, United Kingdom The Advocate Group Full time

    Job Title: Senior Category ManagerJob Summary:We are seeking a Senior Category Manager to join our team at The Advocate Group. As a pivotal leader in a leading FMCG organisation, you will shape the future of major categories, working with a business that dominates the market and is renowned for its industry influence.Key Responsibilities:Influence key...


  • Liverpool, Liverpool, United Kingdom Very Group Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled Category Management Director to join our team at The Very Group. As a key member of our organization, you will be responsible for developing and executing category plans and initiatives that drive profitable growth and achieve financial targets.Key responsibilities include:Strategic Planning: Develop and...


  • Liverpool, Liverpool, United Kingdom Matalan Full time

    Assistant Category ManagerWe are seeking a highly skilled Assistant Category Manager to join our team at Matalan. As a key member of our category management team, you will play a crucial role in optimizing our customer offer, sales, availability, and profitability.Key Responsibilities:Support the Category Manager in planning, selecting, and administering...


  • Liverpool, Liverpool, United Kingdom Matalan Full time

    Assistant Category ManagerWe are seeking a highly skilled Assistant Category Manager to join our team at Matalan. As a key member of our category management team, you will play a crucial role in optimizing our customer offer, sales, availability, and profitability.Key Responsibilities:Support the Category Manager in planning, selecting, and administering...


  • Liverpool, Liverpool, United Kingdom Matalan Full time

    Assistant Category ManagerWe are seeking a highly skilled Assistant Category Manager to join our team at Matalan. As a key member of our category management team, you will play a crucial role in optimizing our customer offer, sales, availability, and profitability.Key Responsibilities:Support the Category Manager in planning, selecting, and administering...


  • Liverpool, Liverpool, United Kingdom Matalan Full time

    Assistant Category ManagerWe are seeking a highly skilled Assistant Category Manager to join our team at Matalan. As a key member of our category management team, you will play a crucial role in optimizing our customer offer, sales, availability, and profitability.Key Responsibilities:Support the Category Manager in planning, selecting, and administering...


  • Liverpool, Liverpool, United Kingdom Matalan Full time

    Assistant Category ManagerWe are seeking an experienced Assistant Category Manager to join our team at Matalan. As a key member of our category management team, you will play a crucial role in optimizing our customer offer, sales, availability, and profitability.Key Responsibilities:Support the Category Manager in planning, selecting, and administering...