Category Strategist

We're a leading digital retailer, dedicated to helping families get more out of life. Our customers work hard for their families and have a lot to balance in their busy lives. That's why we combine amazing brands and products with flexible payment options on Very.co.uk to help them say yes to the things they love.

The Category Manager will play a key role in driving profitable growth and achieving financial targets. This involves developing and implementing category strategies, managing the profit and loss of the category, and leading a high-performing team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement category strategies aligned with the overall business objectives, considering market trends, customer insights, and competitive analysis.
• Drive the development and execution of product assortment, pricing strategies, and promotional activities to maximise sales and profitability.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, negotiate favourable terms and conditions, and ensure the availability of high-quality products at competitive prices.
• Assist in analysing financial data and performance metrics to identify opportunities for revenue growth and cost optimisation within assigned categories.
• Collaborate with various internal stakeholders, including marketing, sales, operations, and finance, to ensure alignment and effective execution of category strategies.
• Conduct regular market research and analysis to identify emerging trends, customer preferences, and competitive threats.
• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to track the performance of assigned categories.
• Identify and mitigate potential risks and challenges that may impact category performance.

• You'll be a solution-focused decision-maker who can work under pressure, obsess over the customer, and make the right choices to benefit their experience.
• You'll demonstrate strategic thinking and strong commercial acumen.
• You'll be creative, passionate, and innovative.
• You'll be positive, driven, and bring energy to the role.
• You'll have product lifecycle experience in a multiple retail/Multi-Channel business with significant online presence.

• A flexible, hybrid working model.
• An inclusive culture and environment.
• A £1000 flexible benefits allowance to suit your needs.
• 30 days holiday + bank holidays.
• Udemy learning access.
• Bonus potential (performance and business-related).
• Up to 25% discount on Very.co.uk.
• Matched pension up to 6%.

How to Apply

Please note that the talent acquisition team are managing this vacancy directly. If successful in securing this role, you may be required to undertake a credit, CIFAS and DBS check.

Our talent acquisition team will be in touch if you're successful, so keep an eye on your emails. We'll arrange a short call to learn more about you, as well as answer any questions you have. If it feels like we're a good match, we'll share your CV with the hiring manager to review.

Our interview process is tailored to each role and can be in-person or held remotely. You can expect a two-stage interview process for this position:

1st stage - An informal 30-minute video call with the hiring team to discuss your skills and relevant experience.

2nd Stage – A one-hour formal interview where you can expect both competency and technical questions.

As an inclusive employer, please do let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments.

If you'd like to know more about our interviews, you can find out here.

We're an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.