Senior Team Leader, Category Merchant

Social network you want to login/join with: Senior Team Leader, Category Merchant, London Client: Whole Foods Market Location: London, United Kingdom Job Category: Other EU work permit required: Yes Job Reference: ad4e0ef6d6d5 Job Views: 2 Posted: 02.06.2025 Expiry Date: 17.07.2025 Job Description: Overview Provides leadership to the Category Management / Merchandising team, including strategy development, innovation, key supplier partnerships, and team development. Responsible for the financial performance and strategic decisions of the category, including purchasing, procurement, and retail operations. Ensures a balanced product assortment that highlights national brands, local products, and private labels, setting Whole Foods Market apart from competitors. Responsibilities: Manage financial performance of high-volume categories. Support evolution towards Category Management in collaboration with leadership. Develop and execute category strategies based on market and customer insights. Plan and implement promotional activities and react to sales trends. Set and recommend pricing strategies to meet financial and customer goals. Analyze category performance and market trends regularly. Build strategic relationships with key suppliers for early insights and exclusive products. Translate assortment plans into merchandising strategies and collaborate with marketing teams. Integrate branded and exclusive programs into overall category strategies. Ensure effective space planning and address analytical gaps with teams. Lead vendor negotiations and pricing analysis, leveraging supplier relationships. Provide leadership and development for team members and merchandising leaders. Skills: Leadership and strategic planning skills. Ability to build relationships with stakeholders at all levels. Strong analytical and communication skills. Understanding of supply chain, market trends, and competitive positioning. Education & Experience: BA/BS degree with 6-8 years of relevant experience or equivalent. 2-4 years of leadership experience. Note: Please apply through our official site. This job posting is active and not expired. #J-18808-Ljbffr