Head of Buying

Silk Route Recruitment Limited; Dubai; On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a Head of Buying for their womenswear category, overseeing a substantial turnover. This pivotal role requires a seasoned leader with a robust background in commercial high street retail, particularly in womenswear. You will be responsible for driving product strategy, managing key commercial metrics, and fostering relationships with stakeholders. If you have a passion for fashion and are ready to take on the challenge in a dynamic market like Dubai, this opportunity could be your next career milestone.

Qualifications

• Senior buying leader with experience in commercial high street womenswear.
• Strong negotiation skills and ability to implement international standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead product strategy for the womenswear category with significant turnover.
• Manage budgets, P&L, and build a high-performing team.

Skills

Buying Leadership

Commercial Strategy

Negotiation Skills

Supplier Management

Education

Bachelor of Business Administration (Management)

Job description

Job Title: Head of Buying - Womenswear

Qualifications: Bachelor of Business Administration (Management)

Nationality: Any Nationality

Vacancy: 1 Vacancy

Job Description

A major global brand is seeking a Head of Buying to lead their womenswear category (USD 300 million+ turnover). The role is suitable for someone with experience in this category, preferably within large format commercial high street retail, and who is willing to explore an emerging market.

What will be your role?

• Lead the entire category from a product strategy perspective
• Responsible for key commercial metrics such as margins, turnover, costs, and lead times
• Act as the brand ambassador for this category to key stakeholders including vendors, design teams, marketing, visual, retail, and the Board
• Manage budgets, P&L, and OTB
• Build and mentor a high-performing team
• Develop strategic relationships with vendors and foster loyalty through effective supplier management models
• Set benchmarks in quality, ethics, and product excellence
• Lead turnaround and turnkey projects, such as revamping brand image or perception

Who are you?

• Senior buying leader with a strong background in commercial high street womenswear, ideally in the UK or Europe
• Highly commercial with strong negotiation skills
• Capable of implementing international standards and product benchmarks in a growing market
• Willing to relocate and commit to the role in Dubai

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