Head of Buying - Kidswear, Baby and Menswear

Overview

Our Clothing division is at the heart of delivering market-leading ranges that delight our customers. We work collaboratively across Buying, Merchandising, Design, and Global Sourcing to create innovative products that set us apart in a competitive retail environment. The category has embarked on an exciting journey, and requires the right person to take it to the next level.

We are committed to being a truly inclusive retailer so you'll be welcomed whatever you are and wherever you work.

As Head of Buying, you will lead a talented team of Buyers to deliver a compelling product vision and category strategy for Kidswear, Baby and Menswear. You will work closely with senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams to create ranges that meet customer needs, drive profitability, and support long-term growth. Day-to-day, you will oversee range planning, supplier negotiations, and ensure critical paths are met for successful launches.

Expect to influence major projects, from sustainability initiatives to innovative sourcing strategies, all while maintaining a sharp focus on commercial performance.

• Proven experience in developing and delivering category strategies that drive sales and profitability within a large Clothing retailer.
• Demonstrable ability to lead and develop high-performing teams within a commercial retail environment.
• Track record of successful supplier negotiations and managing strategic partnerships globally.
• Ability to analyse complex data sets to inform commercial decisions and optimise performance.
• Comprehensive understanding of multi-channel retail operations and associated legal compliance requirements.

• Starting off with colleague discount, you'll be able to save 10% on your shopping online and in-store at Sainsbury's, Argos, TU and Habitat, and we regularly increase the discount to 15% at points during the year.
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We've also got you covered for your future with our pensions scheme and life cover.
• You may be eligible for a performance-related bonus of up to 65% of salary, depending on how we perform (in cash and shares).
• Your wellbeing is important to us; you'll receive an annual holiday allowance and you can buy up to an additional week's holiday, and we provide private healthcare.
• We also offer other benefits that will help your money go further such as season ticket loans, cycle to work scheme, health cash plans, salary advance (where you can access some of your pay before pay day) as well access to a great range of discounts from hundreds of other retailers.
• You'll also receive a company car cash allowance unless you are travelling 10,000 business miles in your role, then you'll be able to choose a car.
• And if you ever need it there is also an employee assistance programme.
• Moments that matter are as important to us as they are to you which is why we give up to 26 weeks' pay for maternity or adoption leave and up to 4 weeks' pay for paternity leave.