Category Manager

Are you an experienced Category Manager with a strong background in FMCG, Wholesale or Food service?

Do you have a track record of developing category strategies that drive sales, margin and profitability?

Are you a commercially minded negotiator who enjoys building strong supplier relationships and delivering growth?

Mac Gregor Black are partnering with a leading wholesale and retail business on the search for a Category Manager. This is a permanent role based in Leeds.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and deliver category strategies that maximise sales, margin and profit performance.
• Manage supplier relationships and lead Joint Business Planning initiatives.
• Drive ranging, pricing and promotional strategies across assigned categories.
• Negotiate supplier funding, marketing support and commercial agreements.
• Analyse category performance, market trends and customer data to identify growth opportunities.
• Develop own-brand strategies and optimise category portfolios.
• Work cross-functionally with internal stakeholders to ensure successful category execution.
• Support and develop Category Assistants within the team.

What We Are Looking For:

• Proven Category Management, Buying or Commercial experience within FMCG, Wholesale or Food service.
• Strong supplier negotiation and relationship management skills.
• Experience creating and delivering successful category strategies.
• Strong analytical capability with the ability to translate data into commercial action.
• Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills.
• Commercially driven with a results-focused mindset.