Category Manager

The Work Shop Resourcing Ltd; Guildford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Category Manager to redefine category management. In this role, you will analyze market trends, negotiate with suppliers, and drive cost-saving initiatives. You'll lead supplier strategies and manage critical paths to ensure project success. This innovative firm offers a fast-paced environment where your contributions will directly impact key categories and supplier relationships. If you're a strategic thinker with a passion for data-driven decision-making, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team that values collaboration and excellence, and take your career to the next level!

Benefits

Company sick pay

Company bonus scheme

EAP Scheme

Eyecare Vouchers

Qualifications

• Proven experience in category management and supplier negotiation.
• Strong project management and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyse spend, suppliers, and market trends to create annual plans.
• Negotiate prices and manage supplier relationships effectively.
• Collaborate with data teams to ensure product information accuracy.

Skills

Category Management

Supplier Negotiation

Project Management

Analytical Skills

Cost-Saving Initiatives

Job description

Our well established and successful client is looking for a Category Manager to join their dynamic team and help them redefine category management.

If you're a data-driven, strategic thinker with a passion for supplier relationships and market analysis, this role is for you!

Why Join as a Category Manager?

Be part of an innovative, fast-paced environment. Lead supplier strategies and identify cost-saving opportunities. Drive impact across key categories and supplier relationships.

What You ll Do as a Category Manager

Category Ownership & Strategy;

• Analyse spend, suppliers, and market trends.
• Create and execute annual plans to meet savings and rationalisation targets.
• Conduct bi-annual supplier strategy sprints to ensure top performance.

Supplier & Pricing Management;

• Negotiate prices and mitigate cost increases.
• Review top spend suppliers monthly and take corrective action where needed.
• Run proactive tenders to secure best market pricing.

Project Management;

• Manage critical paths and range plans.
• Ensure supplier instructions and milestones are clear and met.
• Present product developments in customer meetings when required.

Data & Compliance Oversight;

• Collaborate with the data team to ensure product information is accurate.
• Track and manage price changes and compliance documentation.
• Monitor tender pricing and maintain close supplier relationships.

Savings & Stock Control;

• Hit milestones to achieve savings targets.
• Manage and clear obsolete stock (SLOB) efficiently.

What You ll Bring as a Category Manager:

• Proven experience in category management and supplier negotiation.
• Strong project management and analytical skills.
• Ability to drive cost-saving initiatives and manage supplier relationships.

Ready to take your career to the next level? Apply now and be part of something exciting!

Salary: Highly competitive

Benefits:

• Company sick pay
• Company bonus scheme
• EAP Scheme
• Eyecare Vouchers
• Many more