Kate Haywood

Commercial Finance Manager - Buying & Merchandising at River Island

Kate Haywood is a highly experienced finance professional currently serving as a Commercial Finance Manager for Buying & Merchandising at River Island since May 2023. Prior to this role, Kate held the position of Commercial Finance Manager at Boohoo Group PLC from May 2021 to May 2023. A diverse background in finance includes roles at Arcadia Group Ltd, where Kate served as Buying and Merchandising Finance Manager, Central Costs Finance Manager, and Finance Analyst from September 2015 to May 2021. Earlier experiences include a brief position as a Customer Assistant at John Lewis in 2014 and a similar role at Waitrose from September 2010 to September 2012. Kate holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Biological Sciences from the University of Leeds and is a member of The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants, completing education from 2016 to 2019.

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Family owned from day one, we’ve been a big part of life on the UK high street for over 70 years. Today, still guided by shared values and a clear focus on our customers, we’re one of the strongest and most successful fashion brands around. And we’re changing like never before – exploring new ways to connect with our customers in person and online. And our talented Islanders are thinking differently about everything from products and stores to wellbeing and sustainability. The result is an energising culture you’ll love, work that’ll stretch you, a career you can build and a brand you’ll be proud to belong to. This is life on the island. Come and be part of it.