Senior Category Manager - FMCG, Buying

Senior Category Manager - FMCG, BuyingSenior Category Manager - FMCG, BuyingThe location of the role is York OR London (onsite). The position is permanent. The salary on offer is 66k - 72k per annum.This role is working at a leading UK wholesale and retail business.Role Summary: We are currently looking to appoint a Category Manager who will be responsible for the delivery of Category Plans that maximise sales and profit for both our business and customers. 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 Category Assistants and oversee the Category specific activities of Category Assistants.Key accountabilities of the role 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 ..... full job details .....