Head of Buying - Clothing and Home

Job Description

Head of Buying - Clothing and Home | Retail | Marks & Spencer

Overview of the role

The Head of Clothing Buying and Merchandising will be the visionary leader shaping the customer experience across seven dynamic markets with 50 stores. This role involves extensive travel to our MENA markets and the UK for seasonal buying fairs, contributing to the strategic commercial planning, pre-buying, and responsive market adaptation.

Role Challenges and Opportunities: Navigate the intricacies of commercial trading planning, maintain agility in response to market changes, and influence strategic thinking to bring the right products to our diverse markets.

Team and Reporting Structure: Lead a dynamic team of 29 with direct reports comprising four individuals. Collaboration with cross-functional departments is pivotal, and a newly created role for Space Planning, Cataloguing, and Grading Manager adds a unique dimension to our team.