Category Planning Manager Sports Outdoor - maternity cover (all genders)

As a Category Planning Manager Sports Outdoor, you hold end-to-end accountability for a specific business segment. Your primary responsibility is to define the financial KPI plan and ensure the business unit meets these targets. This involves planning and managing inventory to optimise sales and profitability.

In this role, you'll need a sharp analytical mindset, strong organisational skills, and the ability to work effectively with various departments. You'll analyse historical sales data and market trends to create accurate sales forecasts, preparing detailed reports and insights to support decision-making processes.

Key responsibilities include planning and executing merchandise assortments that align with market trends and customer preferences, as well as collaborating with buying teams to achieve sales and margin targets. This role is a maternity cover available until 31.07.2027.

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