Head Of Buying & Merchandising Kuwait
3 days ago
Valladolid
ppOur client is an established fashion retailer with an ambitious growth agenda across the Middle East. With a portfolio of well-recognised fashion brands and a reputation for delivering trend-led collections at scale, the business continues to invest heavily in its commercial and product teams. /ppTo support this growth, we are seeking an experienced Head of Buying Merchandising to lead the end-to-end product planning and buying function, ensuring the right products reach the right customer at the right time. /ph3The Role /h3pThis is a pivotal leadership position responsible for shaping the commercial product strategy across multiple fashion categories. You will combine customer insight, financial planning and market awareness to build commercially successful assortments while driving sales, margin and inventory performance. /ppLeading a team of buyers and merchandisers, you will work cross-functionally with Design, Sourcing, Supply Chain and Retail Operations to ensure the business remains agile, customer-focused and commercially competitive. /ph3Key Responsibilities /h3ulliDefine and execute the seasonal buying and merchandising strategy across multiple product categories. /liliBuild balanced assortments that align with customer demand, market trends and financial objectives. /liliOwn the merchandise planning process, including forecasting, OTB management, stock optimisation and margin delivery. /liliAnalyse trading performance and identify opportunities to maximise sales, improve sell-through and reduce inventory risk. /liliPartner with Design and Product Development to shape commercially relevant collections. /liliCollaborate with Supply Chain and Operations to ensure strong product availability and effective stock flow. /liliDevelop strategic relationships with suppliers and brand partners, supporting negotiations and product selection. /liliLead, coach and inspire a high-performing Buying Merchandising team while promoting a collaborative and accountable culture. /liliDrive continuous improvement across reporting, planning tools and commercial processes. /li /ulh3About You /h3ulliExtensive experience leading Buying and Merchandising teams within international fashion retail. /liliStrong commercial judgement with a proven ability to balance customer trends, financial performance, and inventory management. /liliDemonstrated success delivering profitable seasonal collections and managing significant buying budgets. /liliExcellent knowledge of merchandise planning, forecasting, allocation and trading. /liliA confident people leader with the ability to influence senior stakeholders across multiple functions. /liliComfortable working within a fast-paced, entrepreneurial retail environment. /liliPrevious international or Middle East experience is beneficial but not essential. /li /ulpHead of Buying Merchandising KUWAIT Valladolid, castille and león, Spain /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr