Co‑op Wholesale is growing, and we’re looking for people who want to help shape what comes next. As a Senior Category Manager in our brand‑new Trading team, you’ll lead a talented team of category managers and analysts. Together, you’ll shape pricing, range, and promotional strategies that deliver real value for our partners. You’ll own your category’s performance across multiple channels, working closely with our Co‑op buying group and your category’s supplier base to develop a market‑leading range of products.
Why this role matters
We’re building something big at Co‑op Wholesale. With a refreshed structure and exciting plans ahead, we’re creating new opportunities to strengthen our proposition for our independent retailers, key accounts, and a growing corporate client base. This is your chance to bring new ideas to life and make a real impact. Be part of it.
What you’ll do
* Own your category strategy and drive performance across channels
* Lead, support, and develop your team—helping them to grow and thrive
* Monitor category performance and make sure we’re hitting our targets
* Use data and market insights to identify trends, risks, and opportunities
* Collaborate with colleagues across our supply chain, finance, and operations teams
* Build strong supplier relationships to deliver value for them and Co‑op
Qualifications
* Experience developing and owning commercial strategies across product categories, including pricing, promotional planning, and range architecture
* A strong track record of shaping and delivering effective trading strategies
* Great sales, negotiation, supplier management, and relationship‑building skills
* The ability to analyze data, trends, and insights to spot opportunities to improve trading performance
* Good leadership skills, with the ability to inspire teams to deliver commercial plans
* Good communication and collaboration skills
* The drive to make a difference and grow your category
At Co‑op, we’re owned by our members. And because we’re owned by you, we can do right by you. So when you join us, you’re not just taking a job, you’re joining a movement. We’re an organisation that puts people and communities first, and we’re powered by purpose. We want this to be a place where you can thrive.
Benefits
* A company car
* Private healthcare
* An annual bonus (based on personal and business performance)
* 28 days holiday (rising to 32 with service) plus bank holidays
* A pension with up to 10% employer contributions
* 30% discount on Co‑op products and 10% off other brands
* Stream – early access to a percentage of your pay as you earn it
* Virtual healthcare including GP appointments, mental health support, nutrition and fitness advice
* 24/7 colleague support service
* Training and support for your development and career progression
* Cycle‑to‑work scheme
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