Category Management Analyst - Data-Driven Sourcing

WESCO Distribution; Bracknell; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading distribution company in Bracknell seeks a skilled Analyst - Category Management to support strategies that reduce organizational spend and enhance supplier relationships. Responsibilities include optimizing product assortments, conducting opportunity assessments, and managing supplier performance. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree and at least two years of relevant experience in sales, marketing, or purchasing. Strong analytical and Excel skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience in sales, marketing, purchasing or inventory control.
• Product category management experience preferred.
• History of success maintaining and developing key relationships.

Responsibilities

• Support the development of an optimized Product Assortment & Merchandizing strategy.
• Assist with supplier meeting preparations involving data gathering and product research.
• Conduct opportunity assessments, benchmarking, and cost modeling.

Skills

Analytical skills

Proficient in Excel

Proficient in Access

Relationship management

Financial acumen

Education

Bachelor's Degree - business, sales, marketing or relevant field

Job description

A leading distribution company in Bracknell seeks a skilled Analyst - Category Management to support strategies that reduce organizational spend and enhance supplier relationships. Responsibilities include optimizing product assortments, conducting opportunity assessments, and managing supplier performance. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree and at least two years of relevant experience in sales, marketing, or purchasing. Strong analytical and Excel skills are essential for success in this role.