Our well established and successful client is looking for a Category Manager to join their dynamic team and help them redefine category management.
If you're a data-driven, strategic thinker with a passion for supplier relationships and market analysis, this role is for you!
Why Join as a Category Manager?
Be part of an innovative, fast-paced environment. Lead supplier strategies and identify cost-saving opportunities. Drive impact across key categories and supplier relationships.
What You’ll Do as a Category Manager
Category Ownership & Strategy;
- Analyse spend, suppliers, and market trends.
- Create and execute annual plans to meet savings and rationalisation targets.
- Conduct bi-annual supplier strategy sprints to ensure top performance.
Supplier & Pricing Management;
- Negotiate prices and mitigate cost increases
- Review top spend suppliers monthly and take corrective action where needed.
- Run proactive tenders to secure best market pricing.
Project Management;
- Manage critical paths and range plans.
- Ensure supplier instructions and milestones are clear and met.
- Present product developments in customer meetings when required.
Data & Compliance Oversight;
- Collaborate with the data team to ensure product information is accurate.
- Track and manage price changes and compliance documentation.
- Monitor tender pricing and maintain close supplier relationships.
Savings & Stock Control;
- Hit milestones to achieve savings targets.
- Manage and clear obsolete stock (SLOB) efficiently.
What You’ll Bring as a Category Manager:
- Proven experience in category management and supplier negotiation.
- Strong project management and analytical skills.
- Ability to drive cost-saving initiatives and manage supplier relationships.
Ready to take your career to the next level? Apply now and be part of something exciting!
Salary: Highly competitive
Benefits:
- Company sick pay
- Company bonus scheme
- EAP Scheme
- Eyecare Vouchers
- Many more!!
Category manager, project management, pricing management, stock control