Job Title: Category Manager Location: Erith, Kent Department: Category team Reports to: Head of Category Management (Product) Salary: £30,000-£35,000 About the Role We’re looking for a highly driven Category Manager to take ownership of a defined product portfolio and shape its future within our UK business. In this role, you will combine market insight, product expertise, and commercial thinking to build and manage a high-performing product assortment that meets customer needs and aligns with our strategic direction. You will work cross-functionally with multiple teams and act as the central hub for product knowledge, life cycle planning, and category performance. If you’re passionate about product, enjoy balancing big-picture thinking with detailed execution, and thrive in a fast-paced commercial environment, this role offers real impact and visibility. Key Responsibilities Develop and shape the product portfolio in line with strategic direction, including identifying new product opportunities Collaborate with international partners, internal teams, suppliers, and purchasing to influence portfolio Manage the full product life cycle, setup, modifications, discontinuations, and assortment hygiene Build and maintain deep product expertise and act as technical support for the organisation Support marketing and sales initiatives by providing product information, technical insights, and training (online and physical) Drive category visibility and growth through proactive marketing suggestions, cross-divisional campaigns, and internal communications Monitor and optimise category performance including KPIs, inventory health, online presence, and core/non-core assortment Skills & Requirements Strong understanding of product life cycles, technical product attributes, and product application Ability to interpret technical data, safety documentation, and compliance requirements Skilled in analysing market trends, competitor activity, and performance data Experience managing new product introductions, modifications, and discontinuations Excellent stakeholder management with purchasing, marketing, sales, and international teams Curious, commercially minded, and eager to grow product knowledge What We Offer 23 days holiday (raising up to 28 with Length of Service) Pension in line with auto-enrolment Health Care plan Career progression Join our team and become a pivotal force in the success of our network! Apply now—we look forward to hearing from you! We are committed to fostering inclusion and diversity for the future success of the Würth Group. Please note: Interviews may be conducted while the role is advertised. We reserve the right to close this role if we receive sufficient applicants. Apply early to avoid disappointment.