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Assistant Category Manager

Nottingham Permanent View Job Description
This role has room for the right person to flex with responsibility in the product area
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  • Join one of the UK's leading companies as Assistant Category Manager
  • On site role - collaborative team environment

About Our Client

  • My client are a global business seeking an experienced buyer in Nottinghamshire
  • They will support you with internal progression and a fantastic package

Job Description

  • Responsible for the in-store, online, gift mall and multi-redemptions cards, including all stock management and ordering processes to ensure stores have access to stock at all times.
  • Build and maintain relationships with both external suppliers and internal teams.
  • To be the expert on all gift card systems and processes which enables gift cards to work both instore and online.
  • Day to day contact for any gift card queries from Stores, Retail ops, IT, loss prevention, finance and external partners.
  • Work closely and manage relationships with large 3rd party partners to help deliver B2C, B2B and gift mall sales.
  • Be responsible for leading and delivering categories Gift Guide pages.
  • Lead supply/allocation process for stores.
  • Requesting and managing PO's to ensure suppliers get paid in a timely manner.
  • Support managers to deliver sales, strategy and innovation within the category.

The Successful Applicant

  • You should be an excellent communicator and be able to identify new opportunities and efficiencies for the category.
  • You should be driven to succeed and have excellent time management skills to keep up with this fast-paced category.
  • Expert in process, planning and delivery.
  • Skilled professional able to work under pressure to deliver sales/profit targets to budget.
  • High level communication at any level is essential for the role as internal and external relationships are key to the role.
  • Time management, prioritisation and ability to react quickly to situations.
  • Confident in presenting and leading meetings.
  • Knowledge of the Gift Card industry preferred but not essential.
  • Networking and relationship skills.
  • Experience in Category or client relationship roles.

What's on Offer

  • Salary
  • Pension
  • Flexible working
  • Other perks
Contact
Olly Warrington
Quote job ref
JN-082024-6519394
Phone number
+44 115 934 8701

Job summary

Job function
Procurement & Supply Chain
Subsector
Direct Procurement
Sector
FMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods)
Location
Nottingham
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Olly Warrington
Consultant phone
+44 115 934 8701
Job reference
JN-082024-6519394