Category Manager

3 weeks ago


Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom Supply Chain Coordination Limited Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Category Manager to join our Diagnostics, Equipment and Services team. As a key member of our supply chain team, you will be responsible for developing and implementing category plans to improve supply chain efficiency, reduce risk, and create competitive advantage.

The successful candidate will have a strong background in category management, with experience of coordinating the work of others and analyzing data trends to inform decision making. You will be a strategic thinker, able to work independently and provide technical guidance to others.

As a Category Manager, you will be responsible for building relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including suppliers, NHS providers, and patient groups. You will also be responsible for developing and maintaining category plans, analyzing data, and providing recommendations to senior leaders.

We offer a competitive salary, hybrid working opportunities, and a range of benefits, including annual bonus schemes, long service awards, and access to external qualifications. If you are a motivated and experienced category manager looking for a new challenge, we would love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement category plans to improve supply chain efficiency and reduce risk
  • Analyze data trends to inform decision making and provide recommendations to senior leaders
  • Build relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including suppliers, NHS providers, and patient groups
  • Develop and maintain category plans, including budgeting and forecasting
  • Provide technical guidance to others on category management best practices
Requirements
  • Strong background in category management, with experience of coordinating the work of others
  • Ability to analyze data trends and provide recommendations to senior leaders
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders
  • Ability to work independently and provide technical guidance to others
  • Strong problem-solving skills, with ability to think strategically and make informed decisions

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