Category Buying Manager

Kingfisher PLC; England; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company in the UK is seeking a Category Buying Manager to shape the future of one of its core categories. You will define strategies, drive growth, and ensure customer satisfaction. Ideal candidates have proven experience in similar roles, strong leadership skills, and a strategic mindset. This position offers a competitive salary, great benefits, and a chance to contribute to sustainability efforts.

Benefits

Award-Winning Pension Scheme

33 days holiday including flexible bank holidays

20% discounts at Screwfix & B&Q

Annual bonus scheme of up to 50%

Company car allowance

Private medical insurance

Health cash plan

Cycle-to-Work Scheme

Enhanced family leave

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Buyer, Category Manager, or similar role.
• Strong leadership skills with a passion for developing talent.
• Ability to turn insights into action.

Responsibilities

• Define and deliver forward-thinking trading strategies.
• Analyze the market landscape to capitalize on opportunities.
• Lead, inspire, and develop your team to achieve targets.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Leadership

Communication skills

Strategic mindset

Job description

Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Define and deliver forward-thinking trading strategies that leverage market insight and supplier partnerships to drive growth, profitability, and customer satisfaction, underpinned by accurate forecasting and a strong focus on cost efficiency.
• Innovation & Trends: Lead market-shaping strategies that set us apart from competitors.
• Market Analysis: Analyze the market landscape, responding with agility to capitalize on opportunities and mitigate risks.
• Collaboration & Negotiation: Build winning relationships with suppliers and internal teams, securing the best deals and innovative products.
• Team Empowerment: Lead, inspire, and develop your team to achieve ambitious targets while promoting a culture of growth and innovation.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Buyer, Category Manager, or similar role, with a track record of delivering growth.
• Strong commercial acumen and the ability to turn insights into action.
• Experience leading product range, pricing, and promotional strategies.
• Strong leadership skills with a passion for developing talent and driving team success.
• A strategic mindset with a love for innovation and staying ahead of the curve.
• Strong communication and influencing skills, with the ability to build relationships, drive collaboration, and engage effectively with a diverse network of stakeholders.

As a Category Buying Manager at Screwfix, you'll be at the heart of shaping the future of one of our core categories. You'll drive strategy, make decisions that steer growth and boost margins, and ensure customers always get the best products at unbeatable value. This role is perfect for someone who thrives on big challenges and loves seeing their ideas come to life in a fast‑paced, customer‑focused environment.

Work‑Life Balance
Enjoy the best of both worlds: our hybrid working model includes face‑to‑face collaboration at our welcoming Head Office, alongside flexible hours to fit life's priorities, whether that's the school run or personal time.

Belonging & Growth
From day one, you'll feel part of a team that values your voice and supports your growth. We're proud to champion diversity because we know unique perspectives make us stronger. Whether starting out or looking for your next step, you'll thrive here.

Sustainability That Matters
We're committed to creating a better future, taking bold steps to reduce carbon emissions, use sustainable packaging, and innovate for a greener world. Sustainability drives everything we do, and we're proud to make a real impact for our planet and future generations.

Join Screwfix and discover a workplace where you can belong, grow, and help build a more sustainable future. Here, you're not just filling a role—you’re shaping the future of one of the UK's fastest‑growing retailers. We believe in equity for all. Please let us know at [e-mail] if you need any additional support or adjustments when it comes to your application.

A competitive salary, great benefits, and the chance to shape strategy and make a real impact in an ambitious, fast‑growing retailer.

What's in it for you?

• Award‑Winning Pension Scheme – up to 14% employer contributions
• 33 days holiday, including bank holidays (5 of which can be taken flexibly)
• 20% discounts at Screwfix & B&Q, plus exclusive offers and discounts via Hapi app
• Annual bonus scheme of up to 50% of base salary
• Company car allowance of £6,500 per annum
• Private medical insurance
• Health cash plan & discounted gym memberships
• Cycle‑to‑Work Scheme & savings on bikes
• Enhanced family leave
• Retail Trust counselling services & wellbeing resources, including PepTalk
• Life cover up to 4x your salary