Category Manager

Posted 16 April by Pure Resourcing Solutions
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£40,000 - £50,000 per annum
Wickford , Essex
Permanent, full-time
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Posted by Pure Resourcing Solutions
NEW - Category Manager

Pure are supporting a key client of ours in their search of a Category Manager with the Essex area, please read on to find out more.

Overview and Scope of Job Role:
Join a dynamic team as a Category Manager, where you'll spearhead the planning and development of specific product ranges tailored to meet our target customers' needs. Your role involves overseeing the entire product lifecycle, from gathering requirements to defining the product vision and collaborating closely with our purchasing department and suppliers to ensure successful product delivery.

As Category Manager, you'll also lead and develop any direct reports while working collaboratively with departments such as Digital, Contact Centre, Marketing, and Purchasing to achieve revenue, profitability, and customer satisfaction goals.

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities:
  • Meet Budgeted Sales and Margin Contribution: Deliver on sales and margin targets for relevant product areas.
  • Direct Report Management: Establish clear development plans and oversee the day-to-day management of direct reports, including regular 1-to-1s and appraisals.
  • Product Strategy and Roadmap: Define the strategy and roadmap for relevant product areas.
  • Business Case Presentation: Present compelling business cases for product range developments.
  • New Product Introductions: Introduce new product ranges within specified timelines.
  • Positioning and Messaging: Develop core positioning and messaging for products and categories.
  • Product Range Sourcing: Source new product ranges and negotiate terms and cost pricing with suppliers.
  • Project Management: Lead the introduction of new product ranges, ensuring smooth project execution.
  • Merchandising and Optimization: Merchandise products effectively to maximize performance across catalog and website platforms.
  • Competitive and Supplier Expertise: Stay updated on competition and supplier base, leveraging insights for strategic advantage.
  • Product Range Reviews: Conduct reviews to enhance profitability and efficiency of product range.
  • Performance Monitoring and Analysis: Analyze product range performance statistics and make data-driven recommendations to optimize performance.
  • Conversion Rate Optimization: Utilize tools like Google Analytics to improve conversion rates in collaboration with the Digital team.
  • Pricing Strategy: Apply competitive pricing principles to achieve profitability targets for each range.
  • Sales Support: Develop sales tools and provide product briefings to the Contact Centre.
  • Marketing Collaboration: Work with the marketing department to develop product launch and marketing plans.
  • Process Improvement: Develop and refine product management workflows and processes for efficiency and effectiveness.
Requirements:
  • Minimum of 2 years' experience in Category Management or equivalent role.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong teamwork skills and ability to influence cross-functional teams.
  • Ability to manage and oversee the workload of direct reports effectively.
  • Proficiency in data analysis, drawing conclusions, and setting strategic actions.
Health and Safety:
Familiarize yourself with the company's Health and Safety requirements, risk assessments, and safe working practices.
If you're ready to make a significant impact in a fast-paced environment, apply now to join our team as a Category Manager and drive the success of our product ranges!

Apply Today:
If this role is of real interest please apply today and I will review your application in due course.

Reference: 52482786

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