Category Manager

Ref: AS1753475

Burton upon Trent, UK

£40,000

• Permanent
• Strategic Category Development
• Effective Cost Management
• Strong Negotiation Skills

About the candidate

The candidate is a seasoned Category Manager with extensive experience in category management and supply chain operations. They have demonstrated success in driving sales revenue and enhancing inventory effectiveness across various roles. Known for their robust organisational skills, the candidate excels in cross-functional team collaborations, supplier relationship management, and strategic category development. Their proactive and analytical approach enables them to effectively assess market trends and develop trading plans that align with overarching business objectives, ensuring continued growth and profitability in competitive environments.

What makes them great?

• Revenue Growth: Played key roles in driving a 30% increase in sales volume year-over-year through targeted marketing strategies and product management at a national trade supplier.
• Cost Reduction: Contributed to a 20% reduction in supply chain costs by streamlining procurement processes and implementing strategic sourcing initiatives at a mid-size retail company.
• Profit Margin Enhancement: Led category development at a regional wholesale distributor, resulting in a 15% increase in gross margin over two years through effective trading plans and market analysis.

Areas of expertise

• Category Development: Proven ability in leading strategic category development, achieving substantial gross margin increases through effective market analysis and trading plans.
• Supplier Negotiations: Skilled in managing supplier negotiations and contracts, demonstrated by significant cost reductions and improvements in supply chain efficiency.
• Inventory and Product Management: Experienced in overseeing product range performance and inventory management, with a strong track record of driving substantial sales volume increases through innovative marketing strategies.