Strategic Category Growth Manager

4 days ago


Cambridgeshire and Peterborough, United Kingdom Universal Business Team Full time
Job Overview

We are seeking a skilled Strategic Category Growth Manager to join our team at Universal Business Team.

Key Responsibilities
  1. Negotiate and manage commercial terms with suppliers to maximize cost savings, rebates, and early payment discounts.
  2. Develop and execute growth strategies for assigned categories in collaboration with Sales and Operations teams.
  3. Identify, onboard, and manage new suppliers, ensuring up-to-date agreements and performance metrics.
  4. Create product visibility through marketing campaigns and control pricing and promotions for categories.
  5. Proficient in MS Office, especially Excel, with a working knowledge of Oracle NetSuite an asset.
Compensation Package
  • Salary: £52,500 (based on Petersfield location)
  • A flexible 4-day office-based work arrangement with 1 day remote working flexibility.
  • Enjoy company-provided perks like weekly bakery delivery, monthly yoga sessions, car wash services, and quarterly team lunches.
  • Access to additional holidays with tenure, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), birthday leave after one year, and company-wide recognition and bonus schemes.
About the Role

This key role plays a critical part in end-to-end category management, ensuring best-practice procurement, developing sustainable growth strategies, and fostering strong vendor partnerships. As a strategic thinker and effective communicator, you will thrive in this dynamic environment.



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