Head of Retail (Lifestyle and FMCG) - Temporary Utrecht • Independent Recruiters

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Your tasks and responsibilities are to:

• Lead commercial strategy across FMCG, Fashion, Sports, Living, Personal Care, and Home Care;
• Manage and develop a team of category managers and buyers;
• Oversee pricing, promotions, assortment, and margin performance;
• Negotiate contracts and build strong supplier relationships;
• Align supply chain operations to ensure product availability and delivery;
• Optimize stock levels, cash flow, and supplier performance;
• Coordinate with marketing, content, and platform teams for peak season execution;
• Represent the domain in key management teams and report on performance.

Gevraagd

The ideal candidate has:

• Senior leadership experience in retail or e-commerce (FMCG/Lifestyle preferred);
• Proven success managing large portfolios (€2B+ sales);
• Strong supplier negotiation and contract management skills;
• Expertise in pricing, promotions, and assortment strategy;
• Experience coordinating with supply chain to ensure availability;
• Skilled at leading and developing high-performing teams;
• Data-driven with strong analytical abilities;
• Thrives in fast-paced, high-pressure environments;
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management;
• Experienced in strategic leadership and cross-functional collaboration.

Aanbod

• Temporary assignment for 4 months via Independent Recruiters;
• Salary based on skills and experience;
• Hybrid working: two fixed office days (Tuesday and Thursday), the rest can be remote;

What Happens Next?

Within four working days, we will inform you whether you qualify for the position. We will schedule an introductory meeting, either digitally or in person. During this meeting, we will provide you with detailed information about the vacancy, the company, and the next steps in the process. In consultation with you, we will introduce you to our client and continue to support you throughout the application process.

The Independent Recruiters Group has a large team of specialized recruiters. Each recruiter has a strong focus on their own area of expertise, making us the ideal sparring partner for both candidates and clients.

Waar je gaat werken

Are you ready to step into a high-impact leadership position during the most critical retail season of the year? We are looking for a temporary Head of Retail (Lifestyle and FMCG) for a big player in the e-commerce branche. 

As the Head of Retail (Lifestyle and FMCG) you’ll be at the core of the retail operations, overseeing a commercial portfolio that includes FMCG, Fashion, Sports, Living, Personal Care, and Home Care. You’ll be an integral part of both the Retailer Management Team and the Lifestyle & FMCG Division MT, where you’ll help set direction, drive performance, and lead a high-performing team of managers and buyers.

From negotiating with top-tier suppliers and shaping category strategies, to managing pricing, promotions, and cash flow — you’ll ensure bol’s assortment is competitive, profitable, and fully prepared for the retail peak: Black Friday, Sinterklaas, and Kerst.

Are you available from September 1st for a four-month itnerim assignment? Then apply now.