Strategic Category Manager: Belowground & Utilities

Polypipe Group; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK manufacturing firm in Doncaster seeks a Category Manager to drive the Belowground & Utilities product categories. This role involves developing category strategies, leading product innovation, and managing the full product lifecycle. Successful candidates will have senior-level experience, a strong background in B2B marketing, and keen analytical skills. You will work closely with sales and marketing teams to optimize revenue and product positioning across markets. The company offers a competitive benefits package including a company car and contributory pension.

Benefits

25 Days of Annual leave

Company Car

Contributory pension scheme - matched up to 8%

Life assurance

Enhanced Maternity & Paternity pay

Save as you earn Sharesave Scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Free flu vouchers

Various health & wellbeing initiatives

Staff discount on all Genuit Group products

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Senior-level experience with P&L ownership.
• Proven track record of delivering product innovation.
• Highly analytical with a data-driven mindset.

Responsibilities

• Own the Belowground & Utilities category strategy.
• Lead product innovation from concept to withdrawal.
• Drive revenue through effective product positioning.

Skills

Strategic thinking

B2B marketing

Analytical skills

Job description

A leading UK manufacturing firm in Doncaster seeks a Category Manager to drive the Belowground & Utilities product categories. This role involves developing category strategies, leading product innovation, and managing the full product lifecycle. Successful candidates will have senior-level experience, a strong background in B2B marketing, and keen analytical skills. You will work closely with sales and marketing teams to optimize revenue and product positioning across markets. The company offers a competitive benefits package including a company car and contributory pension.