Category Manager - Crisps, Snack & Nuts

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

Job summary

A leading food & drink wholesaler in the UK is seeking a Category Manager for Crisps, Snacks & Nuts in Wellingborough. The role focuses on maximizing profitability, improving customer satisfaction, and implementing effective category plans. Strong negotiation skills and prior buying experience are preferred.

Benefits

10% off purchases at Booker

Discount with Tesco colleague card

Up to 30% off insurance through Tesco Bank

Free eye tests and discounts on glasses

Up to 50% off health checks at Tesco Pharmacy

Retirement savings plan with employer match

Life Assurance coverage

Generous holiday package

Qualifications

• Operational skills relevant to the role.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently and solve problems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement category plans to meet sales and profit goals.
• Negotiate with suppliers for favorable terms.
• Respond to customer feedback to shape category strategies.

Skills

Communication

Stakeholder management

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Data interpretation

Job description

Category Manager - Crisps, Snack & Nuts, Wellingborough

Client: Booker

Location: Wellingborough, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 652f190ab303

Job Views: 47

Posted: 24.06.2025

Expiry Date: 08.08.2025

Job Description:

Booker • Eccles, Wellingborough, or Watford • Apply by 16-May-2025

About the role

Reporting to: Lead Category Manager
Based: Wellingborough, Eccles or Watford

Job Summary

Maximising the profitability of specified product categories, improving customer satisfaction, and cash profit.

We are looking to recruit a Category / Buying Manager in the Retail Grocery team, managing Crisps, Snacks & Nuts, based at one of our offices in Eccles, Wellingborough, or Watford.

What is in it for you

At Booker, we offer a great work environment and career opportunities, along with a fantastic benefits package:

• 10% off purchases at Booker with a Booker colleague card, plus double discount events up to three times a year.
• After 3 months, a Tesco colleague discount card with 10% increasing to 15% off most Tesco purchases for four days after each pay period, thirteen times a year, plus discounts at Tesco Cafe and F&F stores.
• 10% off pay monthly & SIM-only deals with Tesco Mobile, plus additional deals throughout the year.
• Up to 30% off car, pet, and home insurance through Tesco Bank.
• Free eye tests and discounts on glasses and contact lenses.
• 50% off health checks at Tesco Pharmacy.
• Discounted RAC breakdown cover and access to various deals via our website.
• Participation in our Save As You Earn share scheme after 3 months.
• Retirement savings plan with up to 5% employer match.
• Life Assurance coverage.
• Health and Wellbeing support, including Employee Assistance Programme and Virtual GP.
• Generous holiday package.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement category plans to meet sales, margin, and profit goals while maintaining product availability.
• Grow own brand business through sourcing and supplier negotiations.
• Negotiate annually with suppliers for favorable terms.
• Respond to customer feedback to shape category strategies.
• Handle customer queries professionally and promptly.
• Communicate category plans effectively within the team.
• Ensure product displays reflect good, better, best principles.
• Identify opportunities for improvement and innovation.
• Adhere to the Business Code of Conduct, promoting diversity and inclusion.

Requirements:

• Operational skills relevant to the role.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently, solve problems, and make commercial decisions.
• Attention to detail, report writing, data interpretation, and record keeping skills.
• Knowledge of relevant markets and developments.
• Flexible work approach.

Experience:

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

About us

Booker is the UK's leading food & drink wholesaler, serving independent retailers, caterers, and small businesses across the country. We operate over 190 branches, distribution centers, and support sites nationwide.

We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, welcoming everyone to be themselves at work. We support flexible working arrangements to accommodate life's different needs.