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Category Manager Apprentice

United Kingdom, London Employment contract · Job Posted February 21, 2026
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Develop surface product demand forecasts, manage SKU life cycle and implement inventory controls to ensure MS Stores can realize our revenue and Gross Margin (GM) goals. Demonstrated by maintaining an In-Stock Percentage (ISP) of 99%, maintaining lean inventory stocking practices, and managing promotional periods to achieve budget.

Job Responsibility

  • Develop and maintain a 16-week rolling forecast for the surface product category developed at SKU level and revised weekly
  • Submit a monthly Q+1 and Q+2 forecast for the surface product category developed at SKU level
  • Maintain surface SKU ranges to ensure the correct lifecycle demand profiles for new launching, sustaining, transition and end of life (EOL) SKU’s
  • Owning planning data sources to provide clarity on sell through (ST) risk, ISP and performance to budget or forecast targets
  • Ensuring product transitions are managed effectively by highlighting any major risks on N-1 / EOL products regarding excess inventory and required demand
  • Optimising launch excellence to ensure all new launch products are planned and forecasted for to achieve 100% ISP
  • Assemble and analyse all data pertinent to implement promotions, price adjustments and seasonality into the demand plan
  • Partner closely with surface category managers and online store leads to ensure market dynamics and key beats are included in the demand plan
  • Develop surface financial forecasts to support target setting at both a quarterly level and yearly horizon
  • Identifying sales opportunities from excess stock to both category managers and online store leads
  • Continuously improving forecasting techniques, methods and approach
  • Develop and track key forecasting KPI’s such as forecast and mix accuracy monthly
  • Partner closely with supply chain to ensure 99% ISP metric at a SKU level
  • Track forecast accuracy on a weekly basis to drive continual improvement

Requirements

  • Must not have a degree
  • Obtained suitable level 3 qualifications by 31st August 2025 (3 A-levels with grades A*-C, BTEC Nationals, T Levels, or equivalent)
  • Obtained 5 GCSEs, including Maths and English, with grades A*-C or 9-4 on the new grading system
  • Legally authorised (have citizenship or a valid visa/work permit) to work in the UK
  • Analytical Problem Solving
  • Cross-Boundary Collaboration
  • Building Customer and Partner Relationships
  • Global Process Management
  • Developing analytical skills and a willingness to learn how to work with data
  • Ability to use AI tools to support work tasks
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Enthusiasm, determination, and a strong work ethic
  • Enjoys exploring data and learning how to turn insights into clear, simple stories
  • Genuine interest in products and how they succeed in the market
  • Builds positive relationships and works well with others
  • Communicates clearly and enjoys collaborating as part of a team
  • Adapts well to a fast-paced, changing environment
  • Comfortable using Excel and eager to grow technical skills

What we offer

  • Real responsibility from the outset
  • Employment contract for the full duration of your apprenticeship
  • Fully supported by an apprentice buddy, your manager, and fellow team members
  • Time away from your job training and growing your knowledge
  • Access to industry-leading innovation and resources
  • Part of a vibrant and inclusive apprentice community
  • Opportunities to give back through community programmes and Employee Resource Groups

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