Product Category Planner

We have an exciting opportunity to join our client, an established and growing B2B organisation who are a leader in their industry. They are looking for a Product Category Planner to join their expanding team. This role is responsible for supporting and developing product offerings across defined markets.As a Product Category Planner, you will work closely with Category Managers, suppliers, internal stakeholders and customers. The successful candidate will have experience within a product category, buyer role. This opportunity is ideal for someone looking to progress their career within buying.Benefits for a Product Category Planner:25 days holiday + Bank Holidays + birthday offEAPMedicash plan after probationDeath in service x 2Free parking onsiteKey Responsibilities for a Product Category Planner:Support development and execution of product category strategy, including range planning and market positioningIdentify new opportunities for product diversification, range expansion and sales growthAssist in New Product Introduction (NPI), including market research, supplier selection, costing and go-to-market planningBuild and manage supplier relationships, including sourcing, negotiation, performance monitoring and lead time optimisationMonitor product performance and support continuous improvement initiativesCollaborate cross-functionally with sales, purchasing and technical teams to ensure alignment, compliance and customer satisfactionMaintain accurate product data and ..... full job details .....