As a Category Manager at Rexel, you will be at the heart of shaping and delivering customer-led category strategies that drive profitable growth and exceptional customer experiences.
You will have full ownership of your category, developing insightful short- and long-term plans, executing impactful pricing, developing and growing our own brand, identifying direct sourcing opportunities, conducting competitive benchmarking and executing impactful promotional campaigns. Analysing market trends, consumer behaviour and competitor activities in order to identify growth opportunities and market gaps.
Monitor and evaluate category performance, leveraging key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective measures. Lead supplier negotiations, ensuring favourable terms and conditions to drive cost savings and strengthen supplier relationships.
Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, you will ensure optimal product availability and stock health, supported by clear sales plans, build strong supplier partnerships and develop strategies that will champion your category across the business maximising sales and market share.
This is a permanent, hybrid role where you will spend your time collaborating in our offices located just 10 minutes from Birmingham Airport, at our branches and remotely.

BEHAVIOURS SET FOR SUCCESS:

• CURIOUS: Seeking new ways to grow and be challenged, using formal and informal learning channels
• CUSTOMER FOCUS: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions
• COLLABORATES: Building partnerships and working with others to meet shared objectives
• TAKES ACCOUNTABILITY: Takes action, removing obstacles to get work done
• FINANCIAL ACUMEN: Interpreting and applying understanding of key financial indicators to make better business decisions
• DRIVES RESULTS: Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances

SKILLS SET FOR SUCCES:

• Proven experience in category management with comprehensive end-to-end knowledge, including P&L responsibility
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and make informed, strategic decisions
• Exceptional negotiation and communication skills to influence stakeholders and suppliers effectively
• Adaptability and resilience to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment
• Solid financial acumen to understand and apply key business metrics for improved profitability
• A results-driven approach, consistently meeting or exceeding targets even under pressure

Please refer the Job description for details