Assistant Category Manager Job at Woolworths Supermarkets (Auckland)

Assistant Category Manager

Focus on growing our own Grocery Store 'tMart', which is the region's first clou...

Location

Egypt , Maadi

Salary:

Not provided

Delivery Hero

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

5+ years of experience in progressive development and management of multiple product categories, matured by working for large retailers (FMCG), in an international setting
Built teams and led cross-functional projects at scale
Very detail-oriented, structured, prioritizes effectively
Willing to work on warehouse floor or take customer calls
Able to interact with senior-level executives
Excellent analytical and communication skills
Hands-on with several tools
Robust interpersonal and intercultural skills
Fluent English and Arabic

Job Responsibility

Focus on growing our own Grocery Store 'tMart'
Full ownership over category management in Assortments, Pricing, Offers and Supply
Monitor economic performance of assigned departments/categories
Ensure proper implementation of commercial strategy
Provide input to Ops team
Review and resolve issues with local suppliers
Ensure cost efficiency across consumers
Define and maintain local assortment
Provide regional teams with information for contracts
Select local suppliers, negotiate and purchase

Assistant Category Manager

Your career opportunity Partner with the Category Lead and Category Managers to ...

Location

Poland

Salary:

14309.00 - 18000.00 PLN / Month

HSBC

Expiration Date

July 29, 2026

Requirements

Experience in IT sourcing
Proven experience managing complex sourcing projects
Strong stakeholder management and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build credibility and influence across business functions and levels of seniority
Strong commercial acumen, including the ability to assess supplier proposals, identify value opportunities and manage risk
A good understanding of the financial services industry, including its regulatory environment, strategic priorities and key third-party risks
Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, global and highly matrixed environment

Job Responsibility

Partner with stakeholders to develop sourcing strategies, commercial approaches and negotiation plans for category initiatives
Lead and support end-to-end sourcing activity, including requirements gathering, market analysis, supplier engagement, commercial evaluation, contract negotiation and internal approvals through to signature
Build and maintain strong relationships with business, technology, finance, legal, risk and other key stakeholders across a complex global organisation
Support the development and execution of sub-category strategies and project pipelines to deliver savings, improve commercial outcomes and manage demand effectively
Use category and market insight to identify value opportunities, challenge demand, and recommend alternatives to existing specifications, solutions or supplier approaches
Monitor supplier and market developments, including pricing movements, new offerings, concentration risk and broader market changes, to inform category strategy and sourcing decisions
Apply sound commercial judgement and category expertise to support business outcomes throughout the procurement and category planning lifecycle
Understand the dynamics of the supply base and how supplier relationships may interact with HSBC’s broader commercial position, including where suppliers are also bank clients
Track compliance with buying channels and agreed procurement processes, and work with stakeholders to address issues and improve adherence where needed

What we offer

Additional bonuses for recognition awards
Multisport card
Private medical care
Life insurance
One-time reimbursement of home office set-up (up to 800 PLN)
Cafeteria platform
Employee assistance program
Additional contributions to PPK scheme
Corporate parties & events
CSR initiatives

Fulltime

Assistant Category Manager

Come and join us as a customer focused and results driven Assistant Category Man...

Location

United Kingdom , Crick

Salary:

Not provided

City Plumbing

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

A great positive attitude
Teamwork
Attention to detail
Accuracy
Excellent Communication Skills
You'll ideally have knowledge or passion for solar and electrical products to make the category one of the most competitive in the market
Experience working within a Category, Buying, or Procurement role
Strong communication and negotiation skills
Ability to work under your own initiative, whilst utilising the support around you
Experience in working with spreadsheets either Excel or Google Sheets

Job Responsibility

Support the overall commercial strategy by growing and managing our product base and business performance
Own the customer proposition and drive innovation of new products
Build relationships with suppliers to maximise business opportunities
Working closely with our supply chain to ensure product availability and management of stock is adhered to properly
Make sure all administration tasks are completed in a timely manner

What we offer

Bonus
Discounts, savings and cash back at numerous retailers
Life assurance
Extended family policy including maternity, paternity, additional annual leave and more
Mental Health First Aiders and Employee Assistance Programme, we look out for each other
Complete induction and a company that lets you grow and encourages development
Financial education and loans
Flexible working options
A business striving to create an environment of inclusion so everyone can be their true self

Fulltime

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Assistant Category Manager - Self-Selection Cosmetics

Are you ready to make a difference in the world of health and beauty? Join Boots...

Location

United Kingdom , Nottingham

Salary:

Not provided

Boots

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Experience in sourcing, buying, or supplier management within FMCG or a related field
Strong negotiation skills and a keen eye for detail
A collaborative spirit and a friendly personality that thrives in a team environment
A passion for health and beauty products and a desire to make a difference for our customers

Job Responsibility

Report directly to the Category Manager, collaborating closely with the Brand Buying team
Analyse customer data to recommend sourcing strategies that align with our global brand vision
Identify new opportunities to enhance our product offerings and set Boots apart from competitors
Build strong relationships with vendors and suppliers to secure the best products at competitive prices
Contribute to high-profile projects that shape our product range and customer experience

What we offer

Boots Retirement Savings Plan (up to 12% company contribution)
Generous employee discounts for you and a family member
Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay
Access to free, 24/7 counselling and support through TELUS Health, our Employee Assistance Programme

Fulltime

Assistant Category Manager - Consumables & General Merchandise

In this fast-paced role, you will support the Category Manager in delivering our...

Location

United Kingdom , Nottingham

Salary:

Not provided

Boots

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Previous experience as a category assistant or in a junior buying/category manager role within a trading function
Strong organisational skills to manage multiple big brands across various subcategories
Proficiency in MS Excel, with the ability to extract and manipulate raw data and analyse performance and commercial data effectively
Exceptional communication skills, ensuring accuracy and a 'right first time' mentality
Experience in supplier funding to maximise commercial opportunities
Strong presentation skills and ability to delve into reporting requirements
Occasional travel to Ireland

Job Responsibility

Supporting the sales plan for the category and enhancing the customer journey through promotions
Support the Category Manager in delivery of the annual budget and negotiation of JBP's with the Irish supplier base
Providing exceptional communication and problem-solving support to our stores
Analysing sales performance to define product ranges and space in-store
Building strong relationships with UK counterparts to cascade UK-led plans
Identifying local opportunities in Ireland and launching new products ahead of the market
Delivering and leading reporting calls weekly and monthly to a variety of stakeholders across the UK and Ireland

What we offer

Boots Retirement Savings Plan (up to 6% company contribution)
Generous employee discounts for you and a family member
Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay

Fulltime

Assistant Category Manager - Consumables & General Merchandise

Role: Assistant Category Manager - Consumables & General Merchandise. Contract: ...

Location

United Kingdom , Nottingham

Salary:

Not provided

Boots

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Previous experience as a category assistant or in a junior buying/category manager role within a trading function
Strong organisational skills to manage multiple big brands across various subcategories
Proficiency in MS Excel, with the ability to extract and manipulate raw data and analyse performance and commercial data effectively
Exceptional communication skills, ensuring accuracy and a 'right first time' mentality
Experience in supplier funding to maximise commercial opportunities
Strong presentation skills and ability to delve into reporting requirements
Occasional travel to Ireland

Job Responsibility

Supporting the sales plan for the category and enhancing the customer journey through promotions
Support the Category Manager in delivery of the annual budget and negotiation of JBP's with the Irish supplier base
Providing exceptional communication and problem-solving support to our stores
Analysing sales performance to define product ranges and space in-store
Building strong relationships with UK counterparts to cascade UK-led plans
Identifying local opportunities in Ireland and launching new products ahead of the market
Delivering and leading reporting calls weekly and monthly to a variety of stakeholders across the UK and Ireland

What we offer

Boots Retirement Savings Plan (up to 6% company contribution)
Generous employee discounts for you and a family member
Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay

Fulltime

Assistant Category Manager - Chilled Food

The importance of your role. This is your chance to be part of something a bit d...

Location

United Kingdom , Nottingham

Salary:

Not provided

Boots

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Experience in sourcing or buying, or supplier management, or negotiation skills from an FMCG or other business

Job Responsibility

Help drive the success of our brands and our business
Source and deliver consumer brands including our own brands
Decide what products reach our in-store shelves
Analyse data and provide sourcing recommendations
Part of big projects with high profile brands
Build relationships with vendors and suppliers
Help reduce costs and seek global source for raw materials
Find opportunities for brands, focus on financial targets and monitor progress

What we offer

Boots Retirement Savings Plan
Discretionary annual bonus
Generous employee discounts
Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay and gift card
Flexible benefits scheme including option to buy additional holiday, discounted gym membership, life assurance, activity passes
Access to free 24/7 counselling and support through TELUS Health

Fulltime

Assistant Category Manager Confectionery

An exciting opportunity to join our incredible Commercial team. Permanent opport...

Location

New Zealand , Auckland

Salary:

Not provided

Woolworths Supermarkets

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Previous Assistant Category Manager experience preferred
Negotiation and influencing skills
Willingness to learn, collaborate with the wider team and adapt with changing conditions
Excellent organisation and time management skills
Strong commercial acumen
Excellent interpersonal and relationship skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Computer literacy with proficiency in excel and Google apps

Job Responsibility

Assist the Category Manager in executing category plans that are better for customers, simpler for stores and deliver against financial and non-financial targets
Run an effective promotional program that delivers against sales, profit and market share targets
Optimizing the promotional program through the frequency, depth, funding and phasing of promotions whilst ensuring we are providing market leading value for our customers
Utilize data and insights to ensure our promotional offers are customer led and deliver a ROI
Leveraging sales driving tactics for key customer offers (brochure, sales planning, event space etc.)
Negotiating with Suppliers on promotional investment and executions (aligning to KPI’s)
Collaboration with other team members and stakeholders e.g. Category Manager & Assistant, Marketing, Online, Replenishment, Promotions etc. to implement promotional activity effectively

What we offer

A commitment to flexibility through a hybrid working model
High-impact role supporting our teams who enrich our communities
A global business with endless career possibilities
A range of programs to help you prioritise and manage your wellbeing, including 24/7 access to the Sonder app
A progressive and competitive leave policy
Team discounts across our range of Woolworths Group brands and a robust rewards program

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