Junior Category Manager

2 days ago


Liverpool, Liverpool, United Kingdom The Very Group Full time

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Junior Category Manager to join our team at The Very Group. As a key member of our category management team, you will be responsible for providing commercial accountability for our Gifts & Personal Care category and associated product ranges.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and source a fit-for-purpose compelling range that meets the demands of our customer, is aligned to observable market trends, and is built upon historic internal insight.
  • Be responsible for the development and management of the category's promotional & price proposition, which drives the most profitable outcome, while also delivering headline Sales growth expectations.
  • Demonstrate a continual curiosity to interpret data/insight, with the aim of driving P&L efficiencies/reduction in the cost base versus category return, i.e., assortment optimisation, operational efficiency, minimising product returns.
  • Be fully accountable for supplier relationships, including the onboarding of new partners that fill a specific need/gap for the category or range, while also running the ongoing supplier base with the aim of improving commercial terms and ensuring commitments and high standards remain.

Requirements

  • Product lifecycle experience in a multiple retail/Multi-Channel business with a significant online presence.
  • Experience as Junior Buyer or Junior Merchandiser as a minimum.
  • Demonstrable leadership experience and management of a team.
  • The ability to work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment.
  • Commercial Acumen.

What We Offer

  • Flexible hybrid working model.
  • £1000 flexible benefits allowance to suit your needs.
  • 30 days holiday + bank holidays.
  • Up to 25% discount on our Very.co.uk.
  • Private pension matched at 6%.
  • Bonus potential (performance and business related).

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