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