E-commerce Category Specialist

1 month ago


Redditch, Worcestershire, United Kingdom Gemporia Craft Full time

We are seeking an experienced Buyer or Category Manager to drive a customer-focused commercial strategy through the management of the product team at Gemporia Craft.

The ideal candidate will be both creative and commercial in their approach, with a demonstrated ability to understand market dynamics and consumer needs.

Key responsibilities include managing a team of buyers, product developers, merchandisers & guest demonstrators, ensuring a high standard of team performance and cross-team collaboration.

Additionally, the successful candidate will be responsible for driving innovation in the company and the industry, ensuring that we are market leaders in jewellery making education and developing new products that meet customer needs, price expectations and satisfy margin targets.

Other key responsibilities include sourcing, developing and managing supplier relationships, developing exit strategies for slow-moving stock, preparing monthly purchasing budget and sales forecasts, and allocating spends in reaction to sales performance and high-ticket launches planned.

Gemporia Craft is a group of TV shopping channels with a difference, including Sewing Street, HobbyMaker and JewelleryMaker, 3 inspirational brands with active and engaged audiences.

  • 5+ years' experience within a commercial/buying role, preferably within a creative, customer-focused retailer.
  • Negotiation and influencing skills with a proven ability to lead, motivate and develop a cross-functional team.
  • Strong excel skills with experience analysing commercial performance data within a retail setting.
  • Excellent communication skills – interpersonal, written and verbal.
  • Long-term goal setter – strategic in mind.
  • Experience sourcing new suppliers and negotiating joint ventures with branded suppliers preferred.
  • An interest in Jewellery Making products.

We offer a casual dress policy, company pension, and employee discount. The successful candidate will work Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week, with flexibility at busy times.

Please note that you must be able to commute to our location without having to relocate.



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