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Senior Category Manager | Somerset | HybridDo you have the following skills, experience and drive to succeed in this role Find out below.Are you a commercially sharp, people-focused Category leader ready to take ownership of a high-impact, growth-driving category?This is a brilliant opportunity to join our client at their Head Office in Somerset, leading a strategically significant category that sits right at the heart of the business's future growth ambitions.Reporting to the Director of Trading, you'll have full P&L accountability and the platform to shape, influence and elevate a powerhouse category across the organisation.The OpportunityAs Senior Category Manager, you'll:Own and evolve the category strategy, aligning it to wider business objectives and market opportunityLead at Board and Senior Leadership level, presenting performance, risks and growth plans with confidenceDrive sustainable sales, margin and working capital performanceBuild and nurture strong supplier partnerships, negotiating best-in-class commercial termsChampion innovation - from new product introduction to phasing out underperforming SKUsCollaborate cross-functionally across Trading, Supply Chain, Marketing, Finance and DigitalLead, inspire and develop a high-performing team, creating a culture of accountability, agility and excellenceYou'll deputise for the Director of Trading when required and play a key role within the wider Trading leadership team.What We're Looking ForYou'll likely be operating as a Senior Buyer, Category Manager or similar within a retail environment, with:A proven track record of delivering category growthStrong commercial acumen and full P&L management experienceExcellent supplier negotiation and influencing skillsAdvanced financial and analytical capabilityExperience leading and developing high-performing teamsThe ability to translate strategy into clear, focused actionExperience with digital tools, data analytics and modern procurement platforms would be highly advantageous.Why Join?Beyond the opportunity to truly shape a category and influence at senior level, the benefits package is exceptional:33 days' holiday (including bank holidays, with 5 flexible days)Hybrid workingDiscretionary bonusCompany car car allowancePrivate medical cover (individual and family options)20% discountEnhanced family leaveEV schemeShare save scheme and award-winning PensionIn-house training and development opportunitiesThis is a role for a commercially driven, strategic thinker who thrives on ownership, influence and leading from the front. xjdpvnf If you're ready to take your category leadership to the next level within a fast-paced, ambitious retail environment, I'd love to hear from you. Please get in touch for a confidential conversation.BH35647