Solar PV Category Lead: Strategy, Sourcing & Growth

CIPS; Overstone; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Matched pension options

Discounts and cash back at retailers

Life assurance

Extended family policy with additional

Annual leave

Mental Health First Aiders

Employee Assistance Programme

Induction and development

Flexible working options

Inclusive environment

Job summary

City Plumbing seeks a Category Manager for the Solar PV range to drive strategy, pricing, and sourcing across our commercial product lines. You will negotiate with suppliers, manage costs, and lead a small team to deliver strong sales, profitability, and customer value.

You will work within a customer-first, results-driven commercial team and contribute to a growing, inclusive workplace. Prior experience in category management and Solar PV is essential.

Qualifications

• Experienced in category management or buying/procurement.
• Experience in Solar PV.
• Developing and executing a category strategy including buying, sourcing, negotiating, pricing.
• Motivated to meet deadlines/targets.
• Excellent attention to detail, planning and organisational skills.
• Excellent analytical and written and verbal communication at all levels.
• Experience of leading a team.

Responsibilities

• Product Strategy for Solar PV category.
• Deliver maximum sales and profitability with a clear strategic plan.
• Develop category plan to grow market share and optimise customer proposition.
• Manage SKU-level cost and retail price aligned with pricing strategy.
• Build partnerships with suppliers to maximise opportunities.
• Roll out sourcing strategy to ensure quality products and efficient routes to market.
• Develop direct reports and ensure team engagement and growth.
• Communicate category plans across the department.

Skills

Category management

Procurement

Negotiation

Pricing strategy

Analytical skills

Leadership

Communication

Job description

City Plumbing seeks a Category Manager for the Solar PV range to drive strategy, pricing, and sourcing across our commercial product lines. You will negotiate with suppliers, manage costs, and lead a small team to deliver strong sales, profitability, and customer value.

You will work within a customer-first, results-driven commercial team and contribute to a growing, inclusive workplace. Prior experience in category management and Solar PV is essential.