Category Manager

4 weeks ago


Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom Michael Page (UK) Full time

About Our Client

Michael Page (UK) is a leading recruitment agency with a strong presence in the UK market. Our client is a British-owned business with a reputation for supplying sustainable timber products to the construction and joinery markets nationally.

Job Overview

We are seeking a highly driven and engaging Category Manager to lead the development of a multi-year product plan and drive enhanced category performance. The successful candidate will have a proven commercial background from the Timber/Building Supplies/Commercial fit-out industry and be able to confidently connect with a new audience.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop a multi-year product plan to drive enhanced category performance, ensuring that market and consumer insights are central to your category activity.
  • Develop new revenue opportunities for a high-margin product range based on quality and service.
  • Conduct market research and insights, keeping up to date with market trends and economic conditions both locally and nationally.
  • Liaise with internal stakeholders and sales to leverage stock and sales opportunities to existing and new customers.
  • Utilise data effectively to provide analysis and insight to inform your approach.
  • Collaborate with marketing and product teams to develop effective sales strategies and promotional campaigns.

Requirements

  • Highly driven and engaging Category Manager/Marketing/Sales person, who can confidently connect with a new audience.
  • A proven commercial background from the Timber/Building Supplies/Commercial fit-out industry.
  • Successfully maintain & develop credible relationships with the UK's major contractors and end-user market.
  • Professional approach to project delivery with highly developed organisational skills.
  • Knowledge of the Timber industry and ideally the Veneered product market will be an advantage.
  • Proficient in the full MS Office suite, Excel specifically.
  • Full UK driver's license.

What's on Offer

Our client is offering an excellent package, flexible working environment, and a high growth role. If you are a motivated and results-driven individual looking for a new challenge, please apply now.


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