Category Manager

We have a truly rare opportunity for a Category Manager to join one of the UK’s and Europe’s leading IT channel and distribution providers. Our client believes that being part of a dynamic and forward-thinking community is key to learning, growth, and success of any business. They don’t just provide tools to help businesses thrive, they offer access to a network of like-minded ITSP’s, fostering strong partnerships and idea- sharing to drive innovation forward. With the support of a dedicated team ensuring seamless technology operations, you’ll be joining a company that empowers its partners and helps them transform their businesses.

Main responsibilities for the Category Manager:

* Daily monitoring of product shortages to ensure optimal product availability.

* Selection and procurement of product lines from manufacturing partners based on market relevance and business competitiveness.

* Negotiation of purchase prices with both distributors and manufacturers.

* Platform-specific pricing strategies, including the setup and calculation of selling prices.

* Cross-brand coordination and execution of project-based requests.

* Weekly planning and definition of promotional product offerings.

* Ongoing maintenance of product lines, along with product range optimisation and market analysis.

* Providing recommendations, forecasts, and strategic planning for key manufa...