Category Manager

Category Manager

Full-Time 45000 - 55000 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Matthew James Group Ltd

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Manage and develop product categories while driving sales growth and market competitiveness.
  • Company: A successful engineering business known for high-quality products in the manufacturing sector.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, company car, bonus, and comprehensive benefits package.
  • Other info: Opportunity to build strong relationships and stay ahead of market trends.
  • Why this job: Join a respected company and make a real impact in the engineering industry.
  • Qualifications: Previous Category Management experience in OEM or industrial engineering required.

The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 Β£ per year.

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a successful and growing engineering business that is looking to add an experienced Category Manager to its commercial team. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-respected company that supplies high-quality engineering products into the manufacturing sector.

They are looking for someone who understands the industry, can build strong relationships and has the commercial awareness to manage and develop an established product category. To be considered, you will need previous Category Management experience within an OEM, cutting tools or industrial engineering environment.

The Role of The Category Manager:

  • You will take responsibility for managing and developing your product category, ensuring it remains competitive, profitable and aligned with customer requirements.
  • You will be working closely with suppliers, customers and internal teams to identify opportunities, support sales growth and keep ahead of market trends.

Responsibilities of The Category Manager will include:

  • Managing and developing an assigned product category.
  • Creating and implementing category plans to support business growth.
  • Building strong working relationships with suppliers and key customers.
  • Reviewing market trends, competitor activity and pricing.
  • Negotiating supplier terms and commercial agreements.

Category Manager employer: Matthew James Group Ltd

Join a well-established company in Abingdon that values its employees and offers a dynamic work environment for Electrical Technicians. With a focus on interesting projects and long-term contract opportunities, the company fosters a culture of growth and development, ensuring that you can enhance your skills while contributing to exciting electrical installations and commissioning tasks.

Matthew James Group Ltd

Contact Details:

Matthew James Group Ltd Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Category Manager

Category Management
Commercial Awareness
Relationship Building
Market Analysis
Negotiation Skills
Product Development
Sales Growth Support