Senior Category Manager

Job Title: Senior Category Manager

Contract: 12 Month Fixed Term Contract (Maternity Cover)

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

Location: Solihull (2 days hybrid working)

Salary: £60,000 - £68,000 per annum + £5,000 car allowance

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 Senior Category Manager to join our client, a respected leader in the retail products sector. Based in modern and accessible offices near Solihull, this role offers hybrid working arrangements and a highly competitive salary package. The successful candidate will be a driven and experienced professional with a proven track record in category management. As a key leader in this influential role, you will spearhead the division's business strategy, forging strong partnerships with suppliers and members to unlock the full potential of group buying power. By cultivating engagement and collaboration, you will drive impactful growth and deliver exceptional value for all stakeholders.

Duties include:

• Oversee daily operations, ensuring seamless and efficient management across all functions.
• Develop and execute sales strategies to drive revenue, increase member engagement, and boost profitability.
• Monitor and respond to market trends, shaping the department's future strategy to align with organisational goals.
• Leverage market data, sales insights, competitive analysis, and member feedback to inform decisions and share actionable recommendations across teams.
• Support financial management to maximize revenue and control costs effectively.
• Build and maintain robust supplier partnerships, ensuring a diverse and balanced portfolio across key market segments.
• Negotiate advantageous terms, including rebates, while streamlining supplier onboarding for efficiency.
• Foster strong member relationships through regular communication, clear goal setting, and personalised support.
• Lead a high-performing Buying and Merchandising team, driving success through clear objectives and ongoing evaluations.
• Work closely with Events and Marketing teams to plan and execute impactful trade shows, ensuring a curated supplier portfolio and revenue growth.
• Innovate trade show experiences, enhancing member engagement and attendance.
• Attend industry trade shows to gather insights and identify new business opportunities.
• Manage internal and external communications to maintain consistency, accuracy, and engagement.
• Undertake special projects as needed to support organisational objectives.

Skills and experience required:

• Ability to perform effectively under pressure while maintaining composure and focus.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a talent for fostering strong, collaborative relationships.
• Skilled at articulating and promoting the company's vision and brand identity.
• Consistently demonstrates professionalism in all aspects of work.
• Highly motivated, enthusiastic, and confident in tackling challenges.
• Flexible and adaptable, with a commitment to embracing new opportunities and driving continuous improvement.
• A passion for product and a strong creative flair.
• Digital-savvy and proficient in IT tools and systems.
• Effective communicator, capable of presenting ideas clearly and persuasively.
• Collaborative team player with a focus on fostering positive relationships.

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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