Assistant Category Manager in Basingstoke

Support Category Growth. Deliver real impact! At TD SYNNEX, we’re looking for an Assistant Category Manager to partner with our Category and Business Managers in delivering best‑in‑class vendor operational management. You’ll ensure data integrity, streamline system tools, and provide reporting that drives smarter decisions. If you thrive on detail, collaboration, and proactive problem‑solving, this is your chance to make a meaningful impact.

We’re not here to sell you a job. We’re here to invite you into a culture that values curiosity, celebrates diverse perspectives, and believes that great leadership starts with listening. If you’re passionate about collaboration, building strong relationships, and delivering results with accountability and clear communication, this is your opportunity to make a real difference.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Hybrid working.
• Private healthcare, matched pension, enhanced parental & family leave.
• “Moments that matter” paid time off (yes, even for your pet’s birthday).
• Four Business Resource Groups supporting inclusion and belonging.
• Clear progression paths and benchmarked salaries.
• Sustainability – we’re building a greener future. We’ve reduced energy consumption in our UK offices by 19.2% year‑on‑year – it’s not just a goal, it’s a commitment.
• A culture that values every voice and celebrates diverse perspectives.

These values drive everything we do; they’re not just posters on the wall:

• Own it
• Grow and Win
• Dare to Go
• Do the Right Thing

We believe that when our values guide our actions, we build stronger teams, deeper relationships, and a future full of possibility. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. If you need adjustments during the recruitment process, just ask.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Support end‑to‑end product and vendor lifecycle management, ensuring system accuracy and product adoption.
• Collaborate with the profit team to support vendor pricing strategy, managing exceptions and corrections.
• Manage the ship and debit process with the central team.
• Partner with purchasing on provision management and stock allocation.
• Work with Business Intelligence to produce reports and define execution plans.
• Achieve quarterly Gross Profit (GP) targets in both absolute and percentage terms.
• Maintain operational relationships with vendor peers to discuss products, forecasting, and planning.
• Contribute to and execute business plans alongside vendor business leads.
• Support the sales floor with pricing, ship and debit, and general product queries.

What You’ll Bring

• Strong numeracy and analytical skills.
• Excellent time management and prioritisation.
• Advanced MS Excel skills; working knowledge of Word and Outlook.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Experience with SAP R3 and Business Warehouse is an advantage.
• Familiarity with e‑business systems.
• Commercial/product experience in a technology business is preferable.

If you’re excited by the idea of supporting vendor success while contributing to a team that grows through trust and collaboration, apply now and let’s do great things together.

Key Skills

At TD SYNNEX, our values guide everything we do: Together, We Own It, We Dare to Go, We Grow and Win, and above all, We Do the Right Thing. These principles shape how we work with each other, our partners, and our communities as we drive innovation and create lasting impact.

What’s In It For You?

• Elective Benefits: Our programs are tailored to your country to best accommodate your lifestyle.
• Grow Your Career: Accelerate your path to success with formal programs on leadership and professional development, and many more on‑demand courses.
• Elevate Your Personal Well‑Being: Boost your financial, physical, and mental well‑being through seminars, events, and our global Life Empowerment Assistance Program.
• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: It’s not just a phrase to us; valuing every voice is how we succeed. Join us in celebrating our global diversity through inclusive education, meaningful peer‑to‑peer conversations, and equitable growth and development opportunities.
• Make the Most of our Global Organization: Connect with Your Community: Participate in internal, peer‑led inclusive communities and activities, including business resource groups, local volunteering events, and more environmental and social initiatives.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Apply anyway. At TD SYNNEX, we’re proud to be recognized as a great place to work and a leader in the promotion and practice of diversity, equity and inclusion. If you’re excited about working for our company and believe you’re a good fit for this role, we encourage you to apply. You may be exactly the person we’re looking for!