Category Manager

Rexel; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in procurement and supply seeks a Category Manager based in Birmingham. The role involves developing category strategies, negotiating with suppliers, and monitoring performance. The position offers a hybrid working environment, competitive salary, and comprehensive benefits including annual leave and learning opportunities.

Benefits

33 days annual leave including bank holidays

Performance related bonus

Contributory pension scheme

Extensive Learning and Development opportunities

Enhanced family leave benefits

24/7 Free virtual GP service

Mental Health First Aiders available

Staff discount on webshop

Qualifications

• Proven experience in category management with P&L responsibility.
• Strong analytical mindset to interpret data for strategic decisions.
• Exceptional negotiation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop customer-led category strategies.
• Lead supplier negotiations for cost savings.
• Monitor category performance and implement improvements.

Skills

Analytical Mindset

Negotiation Skills

Communication Skills

Financial Acumen

Results-Driven Approach

Job description

As a Category Manager at Rexel, you will be at the heart of shaping and delivering customer-led category strategies that drive profitable growth and exceptional customer experiences.

You will have full ownership of your category, developing insightful short- and long-term plans, executing impactful pricing, developing and growing our own brand, identifying direct sourcing opportunities, conducting competitive benchmarking and executing impactful promotional campaigns. Analysing market trends, consumer behaviour and competitor activities in order to identify growth opportunities and market gaps.

Monitor and evaluate category performance, leveraging key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective measures. Lead supplier negotiations, ensuring favourable terms and conditions to drive cost savings and strengthen supplier relationships.

Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, you will ensure optimal product availability and stock health, supported by clear sales plans, build strong supplier partnerships and develop strategies that will champion your category across the business maximising sales and market share.

This is a permanent, hybrid role where you will spend your time collaborating in our offices located just 10 minutes from Birmingham Airport, at our branches and remotely.

Behaviours Set for Success:

• CURIOUS: Seeking new ways to grow and be challenged, using formal and informal learning channels
• CUSTOMER FOCUS: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions
• COLLABORATES: Building partnerships and working with others to meet shared objectives
• TAKES ACCOUNTABILITY: Takes action, removing obstacles to get work done
• FINANCIAL ACUMEN: Interpreting and applying understanding of key financial indicators to make better business decisions
• DRIVES RESULTS: Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances

Skills set for succes:

• Proven experience in category management with comprehensive end-to-end knowledge, including P&L responsibility
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and make informed, strategic decisions
• Exceptional negotiation and communication skills to influence stakeholders and suppliers effectively
• Adaptability and resilience to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment
• Solid financial acumen to understand and apply key business metrics for improved profitability
• A results-driven approach, consistently meeting or exceeding targets even under pressure

The Benefits of a Career with Rexel:

• 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) + Birthday Day off after 1 years' service
• Performance related bonus
• Contributory pension scheme and life assurance
• Extensive Learning and Development opportunities from day one
• Your Wellbeing: Enhanced family leave benefits, Buy and Sell annual leave, 24/7 Free virtual GP service and Mental Health First Aiders available to support you
• Staff discount on our webshop

At Rexel we welcome people from all backgrounds with diverse perspectives and experiences.

Our goal is to create a workplace where everyone feels respected and empowered to succeed as we understand that our success and innovation is enhanced by an inclusive and diverse workforce.