Category Manager

Wren Kitchens Limited; Barton-upon-Humber; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading kitchen manufacturer in Barton-upon-Humber seeks an experienced Category Manager to develop strategies based on market trends and manage procurement projects. This full-time role offers a salary between £45,000 and £55,000, requiring strong negotiation and analytical skills, as well as team leadership. Join a passionate team recognized as the UK’s Number 1 place to work.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a buyer or procurement role.
• Proven negotiation skills and experience with contract management.
• Strong financial and analytical capabilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Driving licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement category strategies based on market trends, customer insights, and business goals.
• Propose, lead, and coordinate procurement projects, managing the supply chain.
• Lead contract negotiations and manage complex supplier agreements.
• Monitor and manage category KPIs, including sales and stock levels.
• Support new product development initiatives.
• Develop the team of Buyers and support personal growth.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Financial analysis

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Driving licence

Job description

Overview

We are looking for an experienced Category Manager, based at our Head Office in Barton-Upon-Humber. The position is full time, working 5 days a week from Monday to Friday, 07:30-16:00.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement category strategies based on market trends, customer insights, and business goals.
• Propose, lead, and coordinate procurement projects, managing the supply chain from sourcing to end-user delivery.
• Lead contract negotiations and manage high-value or complex supplier agreements.
• Monitor and manage category KPI's, including sales performance, margin, stock levels and inventory turnover.
• Support new product development and launch initiatives within your category.
• Develop the team of Buyers, Junior Buyers and Purchasing Assistants, driving performance and supporting personal growth.

About You

• Previous experience in a buyer or procurement role
• Proven negotiation skills and experience with contract management
• Strong financial and analytical capabilities
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Driving licence is essential

About The Company

Wren Kitchens are not only passionate about kitchens, we are passionate about our people! We have achieved incredible milestones over the years; opening over 100 showrooms, launching in the USA, and winning multiple awards including the UK’s Number 1 place to work. This is thanks to our team, the Wren family who have inspired us to push limits and make a difference. With our exponential growth, we are looking for incredible individuals to join us and continue our success story!

Job Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Contract
• Job function: Marketing and Sales
• Industries: Furniture and Home Furnishings Manufacturing

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Location and Compensation

Kingston upon Hull, England Metropolitan Area £45,000 - £55,000

Kingston Upon Hull, England, United Kingdom £50,000 - £55,000

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