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Quest Search and Selection Ltd
Head of Category -Furniture
Central London, London
- Hours
- Full Time
- Posted
- 3 days ago
- Salary
- Competitive
- Recruiter
- Quest Search and Selection Ltd
- Closes
- 24 Dec 2025
- Course
- No
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Recruiter Type
- Direct Employer
Description
Quest Search and Selection is currently looking for Head of Category Furniture to oversee our Private Label portfolio, building and managing a high-performing range of products such as Furniture, Home Textiles & Storage solution etc. The ideal candidate will bring solid experience in own-brand development-from initial concept and sourcing through to launch-ensuring each product enhances our brand identity and supports overall category growth. This role offers a unique opportunity to define category strategy, drive product innovation, and make a significant impact within a rapidly growing e-commerce business.
The company we are partnering with operates globally, in the and omnichannel space and is currently expanding is looking for someone to lead their Furniture category team.
The roles & responsibilities of this Head of Category -Furniture role:
Develop and execute the private label strategy, building a competitive and customer-focused own-brand assortment.Lead end-to-end product development, from concept and supplier sourcing to packaging, quality control, and launch.Manage suppliers to ensure strong cost, quality, lead times, and compliance with sustainability standards.Optimise pricing and margins to deliver profitable growth and a compelling customer offer.Partner with marketing to define brand positioning and launch plans that drive awareness and loyalty.Use data, insights, and market trends to identify opportunities and improve performance.Oversee forecasting, stock management, and promotional planning across the category.Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure smooth execution throughout the product lifecycle.Drive innovation, continuously enhancing products, packaging, and propositions.The qualifications of this Head of Category - Furniture Role:
He must have 8 - 10-year experience where you are at a senior manager lead director or head of levelyou must have experience in a leadership capacity and scaling up teamsExperience within one of more of the Furniture, Outdoor or Home.That you have extensive experience within the UK Retail and eCommerce markets.Experience in Private Label / Own Brand and eCommerce brand management.Proven success in product development, supplier sourcing, and full NPD cycles.Strong commercial judgement, balancing cost, quality, and brand value to maximise margins.Skilled in negotiation, relationship management, and project delivery.Data-driven mindset with the ability to turn insights into action.Entrepreneurial and adaptable in fast-paced environments.The benefits for this Head of Category -Furniture Role:
Great head office environment - between 3-5 days in he office.BonusMonth travel AllowanceLaptopA diverse, inclusive work environment, where you can make a significant impactAn exciting chance to shape category strategy and drive growth for a fast-moving e-commerce business, if you have the right experience for the role of Head of Category - Home & Furniture, please do apply to reference no - JO-
We request that candidates send their CV as a Microsoft Word document where possible.
Quest Search and Selection is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Ad ID: 5417473184
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