Category Manager - Tools & Consumables (Hybrid)

Rexel1; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Rexel UK is seeking a results-driven Category Manager to own end-to-end category strategy, pricing, direct sourcing, and promotional campaigns. You will analyse market trends, benchmark competitors and identify growth opportunities to increase market share.

In this hybrid role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams, lead supplier negotiations, ensure stock health and product availability, and develop clear sales plans.

Qualifications

• Ideally you will already have experience in a category role with end-to-end knowledge of category management and P&L.
• You will have a natural analytical mind and the ability to make data-driven decisions.
• As an excellent negotiator and communicator you thrive in a dynamic, agile environment.

Responsibilities

• Own category strategy and pricing, identify sourcing opportunities, and conduct benchmarking.
• Develop and grow promotions and campaigns to drive sales and market share.
• Lead supplier negotiations and strengthen supplier relationships to drive cost savings.
• Ensure optimal product availability and stock health with clear sales plans.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver category initiatives.

Job description

Rexel UK is seeking a results-driven Category Manager to own end-to-end category strategy, pricing, direct sourcing, and promotional campaigns. You will analyse market trends, benchmark competitors and identify growth opportunities to increase market share.

In this hybrid role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams, lead supplier negotiations, ensure stock health and product availability, and develop clear sales plans.