Category Lead
2 days ago
We are seeking an experienced Category Lead to join our team, responsible for managing the Commercial relationship of one of our cornerstone categories. As a key member of our Procurement team, you will ensure that the category is always striving for a market-leading range.
Key Responsibilities- Directly manage the Commercial relationship with suppliers to ensure the best cost, supply, and delivery for our customers.
- Establish credible relationships with suppliers to drive business growth and improve customer satisfaction.
- Monitor marketplace activity and innovations, and use this information to optimize category performance.
- Work collaboratively with the merchandising team to ensure all metrics are met across sales and stock.
- Experience at Buyer/Junior Buyer level with extensive knowledge & experience of supplier negotiation & supplier relationship management.
- Good judgment and strong decision-making skills to enable the right actions for the category.
- Good commercial awareness and appreciation of customer needs.
- Good working knowledge of MS Office, in particular Excel.
- An estimated salary of £45,000-£60,000 per annum, depending on experience.
- A competitive pension scheme and 25 days of annual leave (plus bank holiday entitlement).
- A hybrid working arrangement, with flexibility to work from home or in the office.
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Category Lead
2 days ago
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Category Lead
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