Junior Category Manager

Job Title: Junior Category Manager

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full Time, 37.5 hours, Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm

Location: Solihull (2 days hybrid working)

Salary: £32,000 - £35,000 per annum

Benefits: 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, opportunity to buy an additional annual leave, onsite free parking, birthday leave, salary sacrifice schemes, auto enrolment pension scheme and onsite subsidised catering.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Junior Category Manager to join our client, a well-established organisation at the forefront of the retail industry. This is more than just a job - it's a chance to be part of a dynamic team where your ideas and insights will make a real impact. If you are motivated, commercially minded, and eager to shape your career in category management, this role provides the perfect platform for growth. You'll have the opportunity to collaborate with experienced professionals, contribute to innovative strategies, and play a pivotal role in delivering a market-leading product offering that inspires customers and drives business success.

Duties include:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive sales and revenue through innovative initiatives.
• Identify and source new products, brands, and suppliers to ensure market relevance and competitiveness.
• Take ownership of specific product areas, contributing to the overall category strategy.
• Develop and maintain profitable product ranges, balancing quality and value to meet customer needs.
• Analyse market trends, competitor activities, and sales data to inform decision-making and improve category performance.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with members and suppliers to ensure alignment with business goals.
• Support supplier negotiations to secure favourable terms and promotional opportunities.
• Assist in the planning and execution of trade events and product showcases.
• Provide regular updates to members and suppliers through digital platforms, ensuring timely and relevant communication.
• Monitor and evaluate category performance, identifying opportunities for improvement.

Skills and experience required:

• Previous experience in category management or a similar role within a retail or wholesale environment.
• Strong commercial awareness and a keen eye for product trends and opportunities.
• Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to analyse data and translate insights into actionable strategies.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• A proactive and flexible approach, with the ability to work collaboratively within a team.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• A creative and innovative mindset, with the ability to think strategically.

If you feel that you have the necessary skills and experience required to fulfil this role, apply or get in touch with Tirebuck Recruitment for more information.

If successful, one of our consultants will be in touch via phone or email for a confidential conversation about your experience, skills and suitability for the role. Please check your spam folder for any missed communication from us and ensure your contact details are up to date.

If you are already registered with Tirebuck Recruitment or Allocate Recruitment, please contact your consultant to discuss suitability for this position. Tirebuck Recruitment and Allocate Recruitment only operate in the UK and can only process applications from candidates who are currently eligible to live and work in the UK. We operate a strict equal opportunities policy. Tirebuck Recruitment and Allocate Recruitment are divisions of Tirebuck Recruitment Ltd. Tirebuck Recruitment Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Business Regulations 2003.

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