Senior Manager, Category Management

London, UK

£80,000

• Permanent
• Expert in Supplier Relationships
• Proven Sales Growth Driver
• Immediately Available

About the candidate

The candidate is an experienced Senior Manager in Category Management with over six years of substantial involvement in commercial roles and category management within the retail sector. They hold a robust track record in supplier relationships management, product range optimization, and driving noteworthy commercial outcomes in high-performance retail environments. Known for their analytical skills, they excel in data-driven decision making, providing strategic insights that significantly boost profitability.

This candidate operates effectively in fast-paced situations, demonstrating a proactive attitude and excellent communication abilities. Their capability to take ownership of their responsibilities and collaborate across various functions makes them a key asset to any commercial operations team.

What makes them great?

• Significant Profitability Enhancements: Achieved a 20% increase in profit year over year through strategic category management at a regional grocery retailer.
• Sales Growth Facilitation: Spearheaded initiatives at an e-commerce startup resulting in a 30% sales increase during peak seasons.
• Process Improvement: Enhanced reporting processes at a multinational retailer, improving data accuracy and inventory turnover.

Areas of expertise

• Supplier Relationship Management: Expert in nurturing and leveraging relationships with suppliers to enhance business outcomes.
• Product Range Optimization: Skilled in analysing market trends to make informed product selection and positioning decisions.
• Commercial Strategy Development: Adept at using data analytics to devise and implement strategies that greatly improve commercial performance.