As a strategic leader, you will be responsible for driving commercial growth and margin expansion across key procurement portfolios. This role offers an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation during a time of transformation and growth.
The Key Responsibilities
* Develop comprehensive category strategies that drive sustainable revenue growth and customer value.
* Lead the development of annual buying plans, commercial targets, budgets, and alignment with trading planning stakeholders.
* Drive commercial planning cycles, product range planning, and branded own-label lines alignment with company brand positioning and profitability goals.
Key Skills and Qualifications
* A commercially driven individual with 10+ years of experience in senior commercial or procurement roles, preferably in retail, FMCG, or wholesale, managing sizeable trading portfolios.
* Strong leadership and team management experience, with a passion for developing talent and fostering high-performance cultures.
* Demonstrated strategic thinking and structured analytical approach to category development.
* Exceptional negotiation skills and influencing abilities with internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to present confidently and manage multiple initiatives in a fast-paced environment.
* Highly numerate skills, with data interpretation and commercial analysis capabilities.
* A customer-centric mindset and strong commitment to service quality.
Benefits
* Flexible hybrid working options available.
* Competitive salary package and opportunities for career development.
* Autonomy to make a tangible impact and shape the future of category management in a respected industry leader.