What's in it for you
At Booker, we offer a great place to work with opportunities for career advancement and a comprehensive 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 each pay day, thirteen times a year. Additional discounts include 10% off at Tesco Cafe and 20% off all F&F purchases.
* 10% off pay monthly & SIM only deals with Tesco Mobile, along with other 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 on the same spend.
* 50% off health checks at Tesco Pharmacy.
* Exclusive discounts on RAC breakdown cover and access to a deals website for everyday savings, including a cycle to work scheme.
* After 3 months, eligibility to join the Save As You Earn share scheme at a discount.
* Retirement savings plan (pension) with Booker matching contributions up to 5%.
* Life Assurance providing cover of 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
Location: Welwyn Garden City
We are seeking an experienced and driven Buying Manager (Category Manager) to join our Fresh team on a maternity cover contract. The role focuses on the Food to Go and Deli categories and can be based in Welwyn, Wellingborough, Watford, or Eccles.
Job Summary: Maximise profitability of specific product categories, enhance customer satisfaction, and increase cash profit.
Responsibilities
* Develop and implement category plans to meet sales, margin, and profit targets while ensuring product availability.
* Grow own brand business through sourcing to increase sales and margins.
* Negotiate annually with suppliers for competitive terms.
* Gather and respond to customer feedback to shape category plans, aligning with sell plans and customer satisfaction.
* Handle customer queries and complaints professionally and promptly.
* Communicate category plans and objectives clearly to ensure understanding and buy-in.
* Ensure product offerings reflect the principles of good, better, and best.
* Collaborate with the senior team to identify opportunities and improve workflows.
* Lead the category team, manage performance, and develop succession plans aligned with Booker’s values.
* Adhere to our Business Code of Conduct, acting with integrity, promoting diversity, and inclusion.
Requirements
Operational Skills:
* Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.
* Ability to work independently, solve problems, and make commercial decisions.
* Strong attention to detail, report writing, data interpretation, and record keeping.
* Knowledge of relevant markets and developments.
* Flexible working approach.
Experience:
* Degree-level education.
* 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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