Category Buyer & Planner

To maintain confidentiality, the name of the company cannot be disclosed at this stage.

Responsible for supplier relationship management, demand forecasting, assortment planning, buying and inventory control to meet commercial targets and ensure product availability across channels. Works closely with operations, planning, distribution, marketing, omnichannel and other functions.

• Translate category strategy into buying and assortment plans.
• Manage supplier relationships and commercial agreements.
• Own demand forecasting and replenishment for all channels, including wholesale/B2B.
• Plan and execute buys to achieve sales and margin targets.
• Maintain optimal stock levels and manage SKU lifecycle (listing, delisting, rationalisation).
• Monitor sales, margin and inventory KPIs and implement corrective actions.
• Coordinate launch, promotion and seasonal stock requirement...