Category Manager - Crisps, Snack & Nuts

ENGINEERINGUK; Wellingborough; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Category/Buying Manager to maximize profitability in the Retail Grocery team. This role focuses on Crisps, Snacks & Nuts and involves developing category plans, negotiating with suppliers, and enhancing customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, along with a strong ability to work independently and make commercial decisions. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will significantly impact product availability and customer experience while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Colleague discount card

Health and Wellbeing support

Retirement savings plan

Life Assurance

Comprehensive holiday package

Discounted RAC breakdown cover

Exclusive deals and discounts website

Cycle-to-work scheme

Qualifications

• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills are essential.
• Flexibility in work approach and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement category plans to meet sales and profit targets.
• Negotiate with suppliers for favorable terms and product availability.
• Respond to customer feedback to enhance satisfaction.

Skills

Communication Skills

Stakeholder Management

Problem Solving

Data Interpretation

Attention to Detail

Education

Degree in Business or Related Field

Job description

Job Description

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What's in it for you

At Booker, along with being a great place to work and providing opportunities for career progression, we offer a fantastic package of benefits:

• A Booker colleague card with 10% off purchases at Booker and double discount events up to three times a year.
• After 3 months of service, a Tesco colleague discount card with 10% increasing to 15% off most purchases at Tesco for four days after every pay day, thirteen times a year, plus 10% off at Tesco Cafe and 20% off all F&F purchases.
• 10% off pay monthly & SIM-only deals with Tesco Mobile, along with additional deals throughout the year.
• Up to 30% off car, pet, and home insurance at Tesco Bank. Terms apply.
• Free eye tests when spending £50 or more, with 30% off glasses, contact lenses, and prescription sunglasses on the same spend.
• 50% off health checks at Tesco Pharmacy.
• Exclusive access to discounted RAC breakdown cover rates.
• An exclusive deals and discounts website, including a cycle-to-work scheme.
• After 3 months, eligibility to join our annual Save As You Earn share scheme, allowing you to buy Tesco shares at a discount.
• Retirement savings plan (pension) with Booker matching contributions up to 5%.
• Life Assurance providing death in service cover of up to three times your annual pay.
• Health and Wellbeing support, including a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and Virtual GP for you and your family.
• A comprehensive holiday package.

About the role

Reporting to: Lead Category Manager

Location: Wellingborough, Eccles, or Watford

Job Summary: Maximise the profitability of specific product categories, enhance customer satisfaction, and improve cash profit.

We are seeking a Category/Buying Manager in the Retail Grocery team, focusing on Crisps, Snacks & Nuts, based in one of our offices in Eccles, Wellingborough, or Watford.

You will be responsible for

• Developing and implementing category plans to meet sales, margin, and profit targets while ensuring product availability.
• Growing the own brand business by sourcing products to increase sales and margins.
• Negotiating annually with suppliers for favorable terms.
• Responding to customer feedback to shape category plans and improve satisfaction.
• Handling customer queries and complaints professionally and promptly.
• Communicating category plans and objectives clearly to ensure understanding and buy-in.
• Ensuring product displays reflect the principles of good, better, and best.
• Collaborating with the team to identify opportunities and improve workflows.
• Adhering to our Business Code of Conduct, acting with integrity, promoting diversity and inclusion.

You will need

Operational skills

• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently, problem-solve, and make commercial decisions.
• Attention to detail, report writing, data interpretation, and record keeping.
• Knowledge of relevant markets and developments.
• Flexibility in work approach.

Experience

• Previous purchasing experience preferred.
• Extensive experience in FMG preferred.
• Proven ability to work autonomously.
• Experience in developing and managing marketing campaigns.

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