Category Manager

There\’s plenty about Topps Group that might surprise you. Like the scale of our Support Office in Leicester. We have Finance, Marketing, Buying, Central Operations, HR, Property, Customer Service and IT all under one roof. Tight-knit teams of talented people working together and working hard to get things done and drive results. But then, would you expect anything less from an ambitious, dynamic, market-leading, multi-million-pound retail business? After delivering our 20% market share goal of \”one in five\” in 2023, we have launched our new goal – Mission 365 – targeting £365 million of sales.

This role is responsible for supporting the delivering of the buying and ranging strategy with a strong focus on expansion and growth. You will manage, maintain and further develop our product portfolio, in line with business plans and initiatives. Commercially astute, through product knowledge, creativity and strong supplier relationships you will ensure the continued evolution of our market leading range.

Customer / Strategy / Plan

• Managing a core range of products including all aspects of the product life cycle
• Be the sourcing specialist supporting specific projects and tenders
• Supporting with long term key business growth opportunities & strategic development
• Liaising with other departments within the organisation to ensure new product launches and projects are completed within required timescales and with maximum impact
• Maintaining up to date knowledge of the relevant market including key competitors and trends
• Internal pricing reviews and maintenance of range hierarchy
• Competitor price and product analysis

People / Leadership

• Maintaining existing supplier relationships and establishing new ones
• Work cross functionally across the business to align buying with business needs

Financial / Commercials

• Ensure purchases comply with company policies and budget guidelines.
• Support cost-saving initiatives and negotiate minor pricing adjustments.
• Commercial awareness of competitor activity
• Prepare regular reports and present insights to senior management

Essential

• Experience working within a buying or sourcing environment
• Excellent communication, presentation and negotiation skills
• Commercially and financially astute
• Able to work under pressure to deadlines
• Confident use of Microsoft Excel

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

At Topps Group we believe that diversity isn\’t just a box to tick. We are committed to creating an authentic \’One Topps\’ culture, where our colleagues feel included and supported regardless of who they are or where they are from.

We actively welcome applications from individuals of all races, ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, abilities, ages, religions, and socio-economic backgrounds. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know-we\’re here to support you.

Join us in shaping a culture where inclusion is more than a policy-it\’s a daily practice. Think you know Topps Group? Think again.