Regional Category Specialist Men Padova

Regional Category Specialist Men
Padova
Veneto, Padova

The BATA GROUP is one of the world#39;s leading manufacturers and retailers of quality footwear.

A global company with more than 30, 000 employees, over 5, 000 stores in more than 70 countries worldwide, Bata has been providing the best shoes at the best value for money, backed by unparalleled service, for more than 120 years.

Since its founding in 1894 by Thomas Bata, the Company has consistently demonstrated its commitment to responsible and innovative business models in the belief that capital is not just money, but, above all, people, knowledge and core values.

Today, Bata#39;s pioneering principles enable the company to adapt quickly to market changes.

It also continues Bata#39;s long tradition of being sensitive to cultural and national differences and enables it to function proudly as an inclusive company in every country in which it operates. The REGIONAL CATEGORY SPECIALIST MEN is responsible for supporting the strategic management and development of the men's collections.

This role involves selecting articles, defining purchasing costs and overseeing distribution. The resource plays a key role in market analysis and in supporting strategic company decisions, ensuring the achievement of product and business objectives for the men sector.

He/she is also responsible for contributing to the definition of product lines, ensuring that they are in line with market trends and customer expectations, analysing market trends, researching potential new suppliers and assessing their suitability for integration into the supply chain. KEY CHALLENGES:Creating the collectionSupport the definition and development of product lines that align with market demands and business strategies ensuring a balanced assortmentSupport the creation and implementation of collection strategies that maximize sales and profitability while meeting customer needsIdentify, evaluate and manage relationships with suppliers to ensure quality and cost-effectivenessAnalyse the product ranges and competitive actions to stay ahead in the marketResearch the range from the best suppliers/vendors/brands to achieve optimum margin and maximise profitabilityRegularly analyse and review product performance proposing actions for underperforming itemsMarket and business managementConduct comprehensive market research through digital platforms, trade fairs, store visits and networking to gather insights on target customer marketAnalyse market trends to develop product ranges that align with consumer needs and preferencesMaintain competitive awareness by staying informed about market dynamics and competitor activitiesAdhere to purchasing timelines to ensure compliance with deadlines outlined in purchasing calendarsCollaborate with planners to ensure the creation of an appropriate collection according to the strategyInterface with all different company functions such as planning, merchandising, marketing and sourcingFacilitate effective communication to ensure a continuous flow of information among stakeholdersCORE COMPETENCIES:Market awareness - consumer, brands, competitorsGood knowledge of Office SuiteProduct knowledgeDesign processAnalytics skillsBudget ManagementTrend ForecastingDeliver consistently by following departmental priorities and respecting deadlinesRelate well to all kinds of, up, down and sideways, inside and outside the organizationWORK EXPERIENCE:2-5 years of experience in an international company in a similar roleLANGUAGE PROFICIENCY:Fluent ItalianFluent EnglishLOCATION:Limena (PD)Possibility of working in Smart Working for part of the week after an initial on-site training period #J-18808-Ljbffr