We have an exciting opportunity to join our client, an established and growing B2B organisation who are a leader in their industry. They are looking for a Junior Product Category Manager to join their expanding team. This role is responsible for supporting and developing product offerings across defined markets. As a Junior Product Category Manager, you will work closely with Category Managers, suppliers, internal stakeholders and customers. The successful candidate will have experience within a product category, buyer role. This opportunity is ideal for someone looking to progress their career within buying. Benefits for a Junior Product Category Manager: * 25 days holiday Bank Holidays birthday off * EAP * Medicash plan after probation * Death in service x 2 * Free parking onsite Key Responsibilities for a Junior Product Category Manager: * Support development and execution of product category strategy, including range planning and market positioning * Identify new opportunities for product diversification, range expansion and sales growth * Assist in New Product Introduction (NPI), including market research, supplier selection, costing and go-to-market planning * Build and manage supplier relationships, including sourcing, negotiation, performance monitoring and lead time optimisation * Monitor product performance and support continuous improvement initiatives * Collaborate cross-functionally with sales, purchasing and technical teams to ensure alignment, compliance and customer satisfaction * Maintain accurate product data and support pricing strategies while ensuring adherence to company policies, compliance standards, and health and safety requirements Essential Skills for a Junior Product Category Manager: * Proven experience within a product category, buyer role * Proficient in Microsoft Office and experience with ERP systems If you feel you can be a good fit for this role, then please apply now