Category Manager Print; remote

POS / PRINT CATEGORY MANAGER WHAT YOU WANT TO KNOW

• Excellent Salary
• Bonus
• Working within a team
• Remote role

• The Category Manager plays a critical part in shaping the sourcing strategy for Temporary Point of Sale products, with a strong focus on the UK and ROI markets. They must possess a combination of strategic thinking, technical expertise, and strong interpersonal skills to excel in this position.
• Develop and execute the POS product category strategy, including product selection, pricing, and promotion strategies.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and potential threats within the POS category.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including sales, marketing, and product development, to ensure alignment and successful execution of category plans.
• Build and maintain relationships with key suppliers and negotiate favourable terms and conditions.

• Vision and Strategy: The Category Manager is expected to develop and execute the vision and strategy for sourcing Temporary Point of Sale (POS) products for the UK and ROI regions. Additionally, they will have some input into the strategy for the broader EMEA and global markets.
• Category Sourcing: Accountable for all sourcing activities related to the category, including supplier selection, negotiation, and management.
• Supply Chain Strategies: Provide thought leadership in developing supply chain strategies specific to the UK and ROI markets.
• Product Innovation: Stay updated with industry trends and innovations in the POS sector and apply this knowledge to product sourcing and development.
• Market Intelligence: Gather and analyse market data to make informed decisions and stay ahead of market trends.
• Stakeholder Management: Manage dependencies between sourcing and relevant stakeholders. This includes working closely with suppliers, clients, and project implementations.
• RFP and RFQ Management: Lead the Request for Proposal (RFP) and Request for Quotation (RFQ) processes, ensuring that suppliers are selected and contracted efficiently and cost-effectively.
• Supply Chain Audits: Oversee supply chain audits to ensure quality, compliance, and efficiency in the sourcing process.
• Technical Expertise: Possess in-depth technical knowledge of POS production, materials, and their execution in the marketplace.
• Strategic Thinking: Apply strategic thinking to make decisions that align with the long-term goals and objectives of the company.

• Self-Starter: The ideal candidate should be proactive and self-motivated, able to take initiative and work independently.
• Communication
  
  Skills:
  
  Strong communication skills are essential for collaborating with various stakeholders, including suppliers, clients, and internal teams.
• Relationship Building: Ability to build and maintain relationships with key vendors, as well as internal and external partners.
• Influencing
  
  Skills:
  
  The Category Manager should be adept at influencing decisions and driving the implementation of the category strategy.
• Market Knowledge: A deep understanding of the UK and ROI POS market, including current market trends, competitors, and customer preferences, is crucial.
• Vendor Relationships: Existing relationships with key vendors can be an asset in negotiating favourable terms and ensuring a smooth sourcing process.
• Technical Knowledge: Expertise in POS production processes, materials, and industry standards is necessary for making informed decisions and ensuring product quality.

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