Are you a Category Manager with experience in solar, membranes, roofing ventilation, or flat roofing products?
We're working with a leading construction supplier that distributes roofing materials worldwide. They're now looking for a Category Manager to join their team in York or Doncaster.
The Role
You'll be responsible for managing a group of product categories, ensuring they hit financial targets and meet customer needs across the company's branch network.
Responsibilities
- Take ownership of sales and profit margins for your product categories
- Build and maintain a clear plan to improve margins
- Prepare budgets and forecasts
- Recommend changes to suppliers, product ranges, and regional availability
- Be the main contact for suppliers
- Ensure compliance with supplier agreements
- Keep customer offers and pricing consistent across branches
What Success Looks Like
- Your categories hit their sales, margin, and working capital targets
- Rebate forecasts are accurate
- You're always finding ways to boost category performance
What You'll Need
- Strong with numbers and data analysis
- Confident using Excel and PowerPoint
- Good knowledge of the roofing products market
- Great communication and listening skills
- Skilled negotiator who can adapt to different situations
What's on Offer
- Competitive salary (based on experience)
- 30% bonus
- Company car
- Pension