Senior Category Manager, Men’s (EU country)
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Senior Category Manager, Men's (EU country) We are seeking a regional Senior Category Manager, Men's (EU Country) to join our growing team reporting into the Head of Merchandising, Men's UK. This role is suited to a data-driven product obsessed all-rounder. It supports the execution of merchandising strategy across selected menswear categories, with responsibility for driving regional performance through strong product execution, trading, and customer insight. In this role, you will play a key part in scaling Quince's value proposition in the UK & EU by delivering a compelling regional assortment, optimizing the customer experience, and partnering cross-functionally to bring high-quality products to market.
Responsibilities
- Support end-to-end merchandising for selected menswear categories in the UK & EU, including assortment execution, launches, and performance tracking
- Execute regional merchandising strategy in partnership with US Product Merchandising and international regional merchandising peers
- Contribute to product ideation, helping shape new product opportunities and business cases
- Work cross-functionally with Product and Regional Merchandising, Planning, Marketing, Technical Design, and Sourcing to deliver successful product launches-balancing inventory, go-to-market execution, and product quality (fit, sizing, and margin)
- Analyse trading performance (sales, returns, margin) and take ownership of actions to improve results
- Support pricing and assortment decisions for the region
- Own product catalogue management and administration, including product setup, data accuracy, and system maintenance
- Build site merchandising strategy, including PDP improvements roadmap and customer journey optimisations
- Monitor ratings, reviews, and returns to identify and support product quality improvements
- Manage regional product samples and merchandising assets
- Maintain merchandising reports, tools, trackers, and pricing files
- Take ownership of evaluating regional product compliance requirements and partner with Sourcing and Quality teams to execute
- Qualifications required:
- Role is based in London Kings Cross (or other EU offices, Spain/Germany), with 4 days per week in-office requirement
- 8 years of retail merchandising or buying experience in menswear categories, with demonstrated ownership of category performance
- E-commerce and/or DTC experience, with exposure to both startup and established (blue-chip) brands preferred
- Proven track record of progressing within an organization and demonstrating continuous growth in roles and responsibilities
- Strong product awareness, with a commercial mindset and attention to detail
- Product obsessed, with experience leveraging data tools and external sources to drive results
- Critical eye to anticipate customer needs (both the "science" and "art" of retail merchandising)
- Strong analytical
Additional Information
ABOUT QUINCE Founded in 2018, Quince was built to challenge the idea that nice things have to cost a lot. Our mission is simple: to make really high quality essentials for really low prices, produced fairly and sustainably. We believe everyone deserves exceptional craftsmanship and timeless design without the traditional markups. Quince is a direct-to-consumer (DTC) model that cuts out middlemen and leverages just-in-time manufacturing to minimize waste and maximize value. Quince is a tech company disrupting the retail industry by putting AI, analytics and automation at the center of everything we do. Our unwavering commitment to excellence and company values guide our teams and actions: Customer First : We prioritize customer satisfaction in every decision. High Quality : True quality means premium materials and rigorous production standards you can feel good about. Essential Design : We focus on timeless, functional essentials instead of chasing trends. Always a Better Deal : Innovation and transparency ensure value for both customers and partners. Social & Environmental Responsibility : We commit to sustainable materials, ethical production, and fair wages. Quince partners with world-class manufacturers across the globe and serves millions of customers. With strong investor backing and a focus on sustainable growth, we are a company that is rapidly scaling while maintaining a commitment to quality, simplicity, and radical price transparency. OUR TEAM AND SUCCESS At Quince, you will be part of a high-performing team that is redefining what quality, value, and sustainability mean in modern retail. We are a destination for builders, innovators, and operators to come together and challenge the status quo. Our collective ambition is bold. We are creating an entirely new category and customer experience - one that democratizes luxury and provides high quality products at radically low prices. That mission demands a world-class team committed to excellence. If you are motivated by impact, growth, and purpose, you will find a strong sense of belonging at Quince.
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