Senior Category Manager

Ref: AS2963539

Northampton, UK

£50,000

• Permanent
• Cost Reduction Specialist
• Supplier Relationship Expert
• Team Leadership Pro

About the candidate

The candidate is a highly skilled Senior Category Manager with extensive experience particularly in the Plumbing, Heating, and Renewables sectors. Their career spans positions from Procurement Specialist to Category Manager and Senior Buyer at various well-established entities ranging from national home improvement retailers to regional construction suppliers. They have demonstrated a keen ability to develop and implement category strategies that not only meet but often exceed organisational goals and financial targets.

With a customer-centric approach and expert negotiation skills, this candidate thrives in robust, collaborative environments. They have a proven track record for fostering team development and enhancing supplier relations, which have materially benefitted their employer's commercial and operational objectives.

What makes them great?

• Revenue Growth: Successfully led initiatives achieving a 15% increase in revenue for a major category within a regional construction supplier's portfolio.
• Cost Reduction: Managed procurement operations to achieve a notable 20% cost saving over two years at a mid-size heating distributor.
• Supply Chain Efficiency: Streamlined lead times by 30%, enhancing product availability through effective supply chain management at a national retailer.

Areas of expertise

• Category Strategy Development: Proficient in overseeing and executing category strategies that enhance product positioning and maximise revenue.
• Supplier Relationship Management: Adept at building and maintaining strong, effective relationships with providers to ensure optimal costs and compliance with industry standards.
• Team Leadership and Coaching: Skilled in leading, motivating, and coaching teams towards achieving excellence in their operations.