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About the role Reporting to:Lead Category Manager Based:Watford, Equity or Eccles Job Summary:Maximising the profitability of specified product categories, improving customer satisfaction, and cash profit. We are looking to recruit a Category Manager in the Impulse/Confectionery team, based either in Watford, Equity, or Eccles offices. What is in it for you: 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 a 4-day period after every four-weekly pay day, thirteen times a year. In addition, 10% off at Tesco Cafe and 20% off all F&F purchases. 10% off pay monthly & SIM-only deals with Tesco Mobile, plus additional deals throughout the year. Up to 30% off car, pet, and home insurance at Tesco Bank. Terms apply. Free eye test when spending £50 or more, with 30% off glasses, sunglasses, and contact lenses when spending £50 or more. 50% off health checks at Tesco Pharmacy. Exclusive access to discounted RAC breakdown cover rates. An exclusive deals website with savings on everyday purchases, including a cycle-to-work scheme. After 3 months, eligibility to join the annual Save As You Earn share scheme, allowing purchase of Tesco shares at a discount. Retirement savings plan (pension) with Booker matching contributions up to 5%. Life Assurance covering death in service up to three times annual pay. Health and Wellbeing support, including Employee Assistance Programme and Virtual GP for you and your family. A comprehensive holiday package. Responsibilities: Developing and implementing category plans to meet sales, margin, and profit targets while maintaining product availability. Growing own brand business through sourcing to enhance sales and margins. Negotiating annually with suppliers for competitive terms. Responding to customer feedback to shape category plans, linking to sell plans and customer satisfaction. Handling customer queries and complaints professionally and promptly. Communicating category plans and objectives effectively to ensure understanding and buy-in. Ensuring product displays reflect principles of good, better, and best. Collaborating with the senior team to identify opportunities and improve workflows. Leading the category team, managing performance, and planning for succession, supporting Booker’s values of inclusion and career development. Adhering to the Business Code of Conduct, acting with integrity, and promoting diversity and inclusion. Operational Skills Needed: Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills. Ability to work independently, problem-solve, and make commercial decisions. Attention to detail, report writing, data interpretation, and record-keeping skills. Knowledge of relevant markets and developments. Flexibility in work approach. Experience Required: Extensive experience in FMG and leading a buying team. Proven ability to work autonomously. Experience in developing and managing marketing campaigns. About us: Booker is the UK's leading food & drink wholesaler, serving independent retailers, caterers, and small businesses through over 190 branches, distribution centers, and support locations across the UK. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, ensuring everyone feels represented and valued. We support flexible working arrangements to accommodate various life stages and circumstances. Booker is a Disability Confident Employer, dedicated to an accessible recruitment process. For support, contactrecruitment@ . Please note: Candidates over 18 are required for roles involving early/late shifts, warehouse work, or handling alcohol, wines 'spirits. High application volumes may lead to early closing of roles; feedback is provided only to interviewees. Visitmore information.#J-18808-Ljbffr