Assistant Category Manager - Retail

Drive Growth! Shape Vendor Success! Make an Impact!

As an Assistant Category Manager you will support the Category Manager in all aspects of vendor operational management, ensuring best‑in‑class data integrity, reporting, system tools and operational processes. You will work across functions with Sales, Purchasing, Profit Management, Business Intelligence and vendor partners and play a key role in driving operational efficiency, supporting profitable growth and enabling informed business decision‑making.

We're not here to sell you a job. We're here to invite you into a culture that values curiosity, celebrates diverse perspectives , and believes that great leadership starts with listening. If you're passionate about collaboration , building strong relationships, and delivering results with accountability and clear communication , this is your opportunity to make a real difference.

Why You'll Love Working Here

Here's a list of some of our perks but what really sets us apart is the way we work together. We're big on trust, transparency, and making space for moments that matter.

• Hybrid working.
• Private healthcare, matched pension, enhanced parental & family leave.
• "Moments that matter" paid time off (yes, even for your pet's birthday).
• Four Business Resource Groups supporting inclusion and belonging.
• Clear progression paths and benchmarked salaries.
• Sustainability - we're building a greener future. We've reduced energy consumption in our UK offices by 19.2% year‑on‑year - it's not just a goal, it's a commitment.
• A culture that values every voice and celebrates diverse perspectives.

These values drive everything we do; they're not just posters on the wall:

• Own it
• Grow and Win
• Dare to Go
• Do the Right Thing

We believe that when our values guide our actions, we build stronger teams, deeper relationships, and a future full of possibility.

We're proud to be a Disability Confident employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds . If you need adjustments during the recruitment process, just ask.

What You'll Be Doing

• Support the end-to-end product and vendor lifecycle, ensuring accurate product setup, maintenance and data integrity.
• Manage vendor pricing activities, including pricing exceptions and corrective actions with Profit Management teams.
• Oversee the Ship & Debit process in partnership with the central Barcelona team.
• Collaborate with Purchasing teams on stock allocation, provisioning and inventory planning.
• Analyse sales‑out and stock performance data to identify trends and recommend actions.
• Build strong operational relationships with vendor partners to support forecasting and product planning.
• Contribute to business planning and help deliver quarterly Gross Profit (GP) targets.
• Provide day-to-day support to sales teams on pricing, product information and operational queries.

What You'll Bring

• Strong numerical, analytical and problem‑solving skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent organisational, time management and prioritisation skills.
• Strong communication and relationship‑building abilities.
• A proactive, customer‑focused approach with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Experience in a commercial, product, vendor management or technology‑related environment.
• Knowledge of the IT industry, vendors, distribution channels and market dynamics is advantageous.

What's In It For You?

Elective Benefits: Our programs are tailored to your country to best accommodate your lifestyle.

• Grow Your Career: Accelerate your path to success (and keep up with the future) with formal programs on leadership and professional development, and many more on‑demand courses.
• Elevate Your Personal Well‑Being: Boost your financial, physical, and mental well‑being through seminars, events, and our global Life Empowerment Assistance Program.
• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: It's not just a phrase to us; valuing every voice is how we succeed. Join us in celebrating our global diversity through inclusive education, meaningful peer‑to‑peer conversations, and equitable growth and development opportunities.
• Make the Most of our Global Organization : Network with other new co‑workers within your first 30 days through our onboarding program.
• Connect with Your Community: Participate in internal, peer‑led inclusive communities and activities, including business resource groups, local volunteering events, and more environmental and social initiatives.

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