UK Head of Trading

We are recruiting for a global retailer dedicated to making a positive impact through their workforce. This client promotes a vibrant work culture built on passion and empowerment, enabling team members to excel and achieve their goals. As a forward-thinking and expanding major global retailer, they are committed to ethical practices and sustainability.

Their focus on innovation and social responsibility reflects core values that prioritise both people and the planet. With a bold vision that embraces change and challenges norms, they aim to deliver significant economic, social, and environmental benefits. If you're seeking to join a team that values authenticity and encourages creative thinking, this is an opportunity not to be missed.

They are looking to expand their team in Brighton and are seeking a UK Head of Trading to join them on a full time basis. You will be responsible for driving market trading and customer acquisition to achieve financial goals and manage inventory effectively.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefits package - details to be provided if selected

The Requirements:

• Technical Skills: Intermediate+ Excel, Microsoft Office (including PowerPoint), Business Objects/Power BI, SAP 4 Hana/BEX (preferred), basic GA4.
• Experience: 6+ years in Commercial Trading or similar roles; proven leadership and deputising experience; preferable management of UK Stores/E-commerce.
• Customer Focused: Dedicated to meeting customer needs.
• Collaborative: Effective in multi-functional teams and matrix environments.
• Agile and Entrepreneurial: Quick to respond to market trends.
• Iterative Thinker: Challenges the status quo.
• Purpose-Driven: Committed to making a meaningful impact.
• Development-Oriented: Skilled in guiding and training direct reports.
• Positive Attitude: Contributes to a joyful workplace culture.

The Responsibilities:

• Analyse and manage market trading and customer acquisition across multiple channels to meet financial and customer objectives, ensuring the delivery of annual KPIs.
• Proactively manage the discontinuation and minimisation of aged stock, along with the clearance of excess inventory.
• Lead the Weekly Trading meeting and actively drive commercial participation in other business meetings.
• Support, drive, and challenge the re-forecasting of all channels in collaboration with Finance and Digital teams.
• Own and execute the Omnichannel Trading Plan, identifying opportunities and risks to KPIs.
• Proactively identify Omnichannel EBIT risks and opportunities throughout the business.
• Evaluate promotion and discount strategies regarding their impact on customer profitability, flagging any conflicts between long- and short-term objectives.
• Assess performance based on new versus existing customers, aligning insights with product and category trends.
• Oversee business development initiatives, including B2B opportunities such as gift cards.

If you are interested in this unique opportunity as a UK Head of Trading please apply now or get in contact with Jamie Woodward at Clearline Recruitment.

Job Title: UK Head of TradingLocation: BrightonSalary: £50,000 - £60,000 per annumFull Time