Head of Category

Global Category Strategy & Leadership:

. Implement long-term global category / brand(s) strategy, aligning with brand(s) vision and objectives.

. Drive product innovation and differentiation, anticipating customer needs and industry trends.

Assortment Planning & Buying:

. Manage assortment planning to balance market demand, category / brand positioning, and profitability.

. Optimize product mix and manage global buying strategies in collaboration with suppliers and regional teams.

Merchandising & Allocations:

. Manage merchandising strategies that align with category/ brand guidelines while adapting to local preferences.

. Lead inventory allocation to ensure efficient distribution, reduce costs, and minimize stock imbalances.

Category / Brand Performance & Reporting:

. Monitor key performance indicators and provide actionable insights to senior management, identifying opportunities for growth and areas of underperformance.

. Use data to optimize product offerings and achieve goals.

Collaboration & Cross-functional Leadership:

. Partner with different divisions to ensure seamless category / brand execution across regions.

. Communicate strategies and results effectively to senior stakeholders, ensuring alignment with broader goals.

Team Leadership & Development:

. Lead a global category team, fostering innovation and accountability.

. Drive continuous development of team members to build future leadership.

Market Expansion & Trends:

. Identify emerging trends and market shifts, ensuring category(s) / Brand(s) offerings stay competitive and ahead of industry trends.

Preferred: Sports Category