Overview
Trainee Category Manager
Location: Erith
Department: Marketing
Type: Full time, Permanent
Position Overview:
Step into a pivotal role at the heart of our multi-million pound strategy, driving the success of the Fasteners and Metal Fittings categories. As a Junior Category Manager, you'll oversee the entire product lifecycle—from supplier sourcing and pricing to stocking and marketing—ensuring your products are primed for success in the market.
This is your chance to become the expert in your category, making impactful decisions and playing a key role in shaping our strategy. If you have a sharp eye for detail, love analysing data to uncover opportunities, and excel at juggling multiple projects, we want to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities:
- Be the Go-To Expert: Collaborate with the sales team and customers to address product queries and provide valuable insights.
- Drive Growth: Develop and execute a targeted strategy, focusing on specific market segments and handpicked products to fuel sales growth.
- Identify Opportunities: Spot gaps in the category and create actionable plans to expand our product portfolio.
- Ensure Data Excellence: Maintain product data hygiene, ensuring accuracy and relevance across all platforms.
- Get Hands-On: Conduct store visits, supplier meetings, and internal collaborations to stay on top of trends and optimize category performance.
- Support Marketing Initiatives: Assist in developing marketing materials, training resources, and digital content to boost product visibility.
- Stay Ahead of the Curve: Perform market and competitor research to keep your category at the forefront of the company's growth strategy.
- Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Work closely with other departments and external suppliers to streamline inventory management and optimize performance.
Why Join Us?
This role offers an exciting opportunity to make an impact in a fast-paced environment while learning and growing alongside a supportive team. You’ll have the chance to bring fresh ideas to the table and help shape the future of one of our core product categories.
Are you ready to take charge and become a master of your category? Apply now!
Salary: 25000 – 27000
Hours: 37.5
Benefits: Competitive