Category Manager

City Commercial was founded just over a year ago with two employees and a massive vision for the commercial market. Today, we are a team of 30, and our expansion plans into 2026 are set to double that figure again. We are changing the face of City Plumbing, evolving from a domestic merchant into a dominant commercial force.

We are looking for thre
e driven Category Managers to join this journey, each taking full ownership of a specific category:
Sanitaryware, Mechanical, or Plant Equipment.

As a Category Manager, you aren't just managing products; you are joining an established function where you will handle negotiation, procurement, and pricing for your entire category. You will play a key role in supporting the business in all things category management while delivering a compelling customer offer.

• Category Ownership:
  Define and manage your category proposition to deliver a compelling customer offer while hitting sales and profit targets.
• Supplier Leadership:
  Own external supplier relationships and commercial terms to ensure all opportunities are maximised.
• Strategic
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Partner with the Senior Category Manager to define clear range and pricing hierarchies for specific commercial target markets.
• Internal Influence:
  Manage relationships across Sales, Operations, Supply, Finance, and Marketing to align the business with your category’s development.
• Mentorship:
  Manage and develop a Category Assistant/Assistant Category Manager, supporting their career aspirations and motivations.

• Commercial Acumen: A proven ability to deliver successful category management.
• Analytical Mindset:
  Strong skills in Excel and sales reporting to drive data-led decisions.
• Collaboration:
  
  A "Customer First" ethos and a desire to work with a high-energy, wider team.
• Integrity: A commitment to acting with honesty and a drive to work under pressure in a fast-paced growth environment.

• Hybrid Working: 2 days a week at our head office in Crick, Northamptonshire/ or visiting suppliers.
• Reward:
  Competitive bonus, life assurance, and retailer discounts.
• Support:
  Extended family policies (maternity/paternity), mental health first aiders, and financial education.
• Growth: A complete induction and a company culture that encourages you to grow and develop.

#Belong With Us

We don’t want you to ‘fit’ our culture; we want you to enrich it. We are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that celebrates diversity in all forms.

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Location:

Nuneaton, England, United Kingdom

Seniority level:
Not Applicable

Employment type:

Full-time

Job function:
Product Management

Industries:
Wholesale Hardware, Plumbing, Heating Equipment and Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing