Category Manager

Category Manager
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Dunnington
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Bestway Retail
Bestway Retail now supports nearly 3000 symbolretailers as well as operating over 400 franchised stores, and over 170 companyowned stores throughout England and Wales, we employ over 2500 colleagues whoenable us to provide a great local retail service in our communities.
Through the acquisition of CostcutterSupermarkets Group into our Bestway Retail Division, our annual wholesaleturnover has grown to £3b per year.
We own the UKs largest franchised off licenseand convenience chains which encompasses the brands Bargain Booze, Wine Rack,Select Convenience and Central Convenience. Our vision is to be the best valueoff licence led convenience retailer and wholesaler.
Both retailers and suppliers are supported bythis new additional scale of the combined business, with the collaborativepartnership approach making Bestway the partner of choice for growing sales inthe convenience market.
Join us and you will be joining our fast-pacedbusiness, entrepreneurial and dynamic business. It's an incredibly excitingtime to join us in this new venture!! Job DescriptionJob Title: Category Manager Employment type: Permanent – Full TimeLocation: York, York, UKCity/Town: DunningtonPostcode: YO19 5RYSalary: Competitive, plus company benefitsWe are looking for a Category Manager to be responsible for the delivery of Category Plans that maximise sales and profit for both Bestway Retail and our Retailers.About the role:The role encompasses all aspects of Category Management including ranging, pricing, strategy development, supplier management, promotional planning and securing income for marketing and media support.The Category Manager will also mentor and develop the Category Assistants and oversee the Category specific activities of Category Assistants.Your main responsibilities:Ensure all activities and decisions support achievement and delivery of the budget for sales, wholesale margin, retail POR and cash profitUse sound commercial reasoning and influence to ensure that availability is maximised across product categoriesWorking closely with suppliers to generate Joint Business PlansEffective focus and management of internal and external stakeholder relationshipsCreation and implementation of Category strategy, to include the delivery of Category plans to ensure that financial targets are metNegotiating income from suppliers for media promotional support and specific initiativesRanging and pricing of all products in line with current pricing policy and business strategyPlanning and communicating requirements for seasonal promotional events and corporate initiatives across the supply base and via internal departmentsRange management and development – identifying gaps, reviewing the current range status, liaising with key suppliers, and managing the price propositionDefine and manage the strategy for Own Brand to ensure the Category has the correct balance of branded and own brand products to deliver a commercially sound range/portfolioEnsuring that admin tasks for the specific Category are completed correctly and on timeAccurately analysing promotional effectiveness and forecasts for specific product categoriesAbout You:Significant experience in FMCG Wholesale or Retail sector (Buying Sales or Category Management)The ability to confidently demonstrate tenacity, determination, and assertiveness in pursuit of a commercially successful outcome, managing conflict where necessaryThe ability to build relationships internally and externally using effective influencing skillsA strong and effective negotiatorExperience of creating and delivering Category Strategy and promotional plansNumerate, with experience of analysing performance and market dataProblem solving skills and a commitment to continuous improvementWhat next?If you are looking to launch, or grow, an exciting career in a company that values progression and development! Choose “Apply now” to fill out our short application and submit your CV!
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