Category Management Support Specialist

4 hours ago


Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom Halfords Group PLC Full time

About the Opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and organized individual to join our Buying Team as an Assistant Product Manager. As part of this role, you will provide critical support to the Category Team in managing the daily activities of the business.

Main Responsibilities:

  • Work closely with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to achieve efficient category management.
  • Help gather relevant data, including product and market insights, to inform Category decisions.
  • Contribute to the administration of commercial agreements and promotional activity planning.
  • Oversee rebate and contribution tracking for product groups, ensuring accurate records are submitted to Finance.

Essential Skills:

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities.
  • A willingness to learn and adapt to new situations.

Salary Information: The salary for this role is up to £32,500 per annum.



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