What's in it for you
At Booker, we offer a great place to work with opportunities for career progression and a fantastic benefits package:
* A Booker colleague card with 10% off purchases at Booker and double discount events up to three times a year.
* After 3 months, a Tesco colleague discount card with 10% increasing to 15% off most purchases at Tesco for four days after every pay day, thirteen times a year, plus 10% off at Tesco Cafe and 20% off all F&F purchases.
* 10% off pay monthly & SIM-only deals with Tesco Mobile, plus additional deals throughout the year.
* Up to 30% off car, pet, and home insurance at Tesco bank (terms apply).
* Free eye tests when spending £50 or more, with 30% off glasses, sunglasses, and contact lenses.
* 50% off health checks at Tesco Pharmacy.
* Exclusive discounted RAC breakdown cover rates.
* An exclusive deals website with savings on everyday purchases and a cycle-to-work scheme.
* After 3 months, eligibility to join our Save As You Earn share scheme to buy Tesco shares at a discount.
* Retirement savings plan (pension) with Booker matching contributions up to 5%.
* Life Assurance coverage for death in service, up to three times annual pay.
* Health and Wellbeing support, including Employee Assistance Programme and Virtual GP services for you and your family.
* A comprehensive holiday package.
About the role
Reporting to: Lead Category Manager
Based in: Watford, Equity, or Eccles
Job Summary: Maximise profitability of specific product categories, enhance customer satisfaction, and increase cash profit.
We are recruiting a Category Manager for the Impulse/Confectionery team, based at Watford, Equity, or Eccles offices.
You will be responsible for
* Developing and implementing category plans to meet sales, margin, and profit targets while maintaining product availability.
* Growing the own brand business through sourcing and sales strategies.
* Negotiating annually with suppliers for competitive terms.
* Utilising customer feedback to shape category strategies, aligning with sales plans and satisfaction goals.
* Responding promptly and professionally to customer queries and complaints.
* Communicating category plans clearly to ensure understanding and buy-in.
* Ensuring product ranges reflect principles of good, better, and best.
* Collaborating with the senior team to identify opportunities and improve processes.
* Leading the category team, managing performance, and planning succession to support Booker’s inclusive culture.
* Adhering to the Business Code of Conduct, acting with integrity, and promoting diversity and inclusion.
You will need
Operational skills relevant for this job
* Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.
* Ability to work independently, solve problems, and make commercial decisions.
* Attention to detail, report writing, data interpretation, and record keeping.
* Knowledge of relevant markets and developments.
* Flexibility in work approach.
Experience relevant for this job
* Extensive experience in FMG and leading a buying team.
* Proven ability to work autonomously.
* Experience in developing and managing marketing campaigns.
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