Strategic Category Manager – Building Materials

Northern Ireland Water Limited; Belfast; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading timber and builder's merchant in Northern Ireland seeks a Group Category Manager to oversee product categories and supplier management. The role includes developing competitive supplier agreements, maintaining accurate stock levels, and collaborating with the purchasing team to optimize strategies. Candidates should have experience in purchasing or sales, excellent communication skills, and strong analytical capabilities in a detail-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a purchasing or sales role, ideally within building materials.
• Ability to manage supplier relationships effectively.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and negotiate supplier agreements for competitive pricing.
• Build group category strategies with the Purchasing Director.
• Maintain a consistent core product range across branches.
• Ensure accurate stock levels in relation to policy.
• Support the Price Book team with accurate product data.

Skills

Experience in purchasing or sales

Excellent communication skills

Strong analytical capability

High competency in MS Office

Job description

A leading timber and builder's merchant in Northern Ireland seeks a Group Category Manager to oversee product categories and supplier management. The role includes developing competitive supplier agreements, maintaining accurate stock levels, and collaborating with the purchasing team to optimize strategies. Candidates should have experience in purchasing or sales, excellent communication skills, and strong analytical capabilities in a detail-driven environment.