Group Senior Category Manager Job at Advocate Group (Uxbridge)

Senior Category Manager

A well established, market leading business is looking for a Senior Category Man...

Location

New Zealand , Wellington

Salary:

Not provided

Hunter Campbell Limited

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

5+ years in marketing, category, brand or product management
Proven people leader with experience developing high-performing teams
Process and data driven
strong project management and stakeholder management skills
End to end product lifecycle experience and familiarity with category reviews
FMCG or product led environment experience highly regarded

Job Responsibility

Lead category management including range reviews and commercial performance
Own the NPD pipeline and Stage Gate process across the full product lifecycle
Translate data and market insights into category strategies that drive innovation and profitability
Develop and coach a team of six Category Managers
Drive SKU rationalisation, pricing strategy and margin optimisation
Partner with internal stakeholders across the ANZ business and key external customer groups

What we offer

Medical insurance (personal + dependents), life and disability cover
On-site carpark, gym, wellbeing and L&D programmes
Flexibility – 3 days in office, 2 days WFH
ANZ exposure

Fulltime

Senior Manager, Category Management

As a Senior Manager, Category Management you will be responsible for the holisti...

Location

United States , Plano

Salary:

161500.00 - 184300.00 USD / Year

Capital One

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

At least 4 years of experience in Relationship Management
At least 3 years of experience in Contract Management or Deal Negotiation
At least 2 years of experience in Risk Management
At least 5 years of experience with people leadership
At least 3 years of experience supporting, partnering, and interacting with internal and external senior executives
At least 2 years of experience in the Automotive Industry

Job Responsibility

Negotiation: Partner to negotiate contracts and deals for a fast paced, motivated business group within Capital One
Problem Solving & Strategy Advice: Provide problem-solving and innovative ideas to support internal customers. Identify value-generating opportunities (e.g. savings, efficiencies, or revenue growth)
Relationship Management: Serve as a primary point of contact for third parties and manage an effective governance between Capital One and assigned third parties
Collaboration: Build strong internal relationships with key stakeholders that creates alignment on business strategy and fosters ability to move quickly on desired business outcomes in a well managed way
Risk Management: Monitor and ensure successful delivery against third party contractual obligations. Partner with internal risk groups to ensure third party relationships are compliant with all relevant policies and procedures
Process Management: Accountable for policy requirements for all managed third-party relationships. Plan and lead periodic reviews and assessments of supplier relationships
Supplier Sourcing: Maintain awareness of the external marketplace as it relates to your suppliers and perform sourcing activities where appropriate
People Management: Serving as a people manager, coach and mentor to develop less seasoned and experienced Supplier Managers in their development
Partnership: Evaluate industry trends, technological shifts and market dynamics to identify and engage the right partners to advance the development of Capital One projects, programs and products that positively impact the customer experience
Executive communication: Impeccable written and oral communication credentials, coupled with strategic influencing skills and the ability to drive agreement through intellect, interpersonal and negotiation skills

What we offer

comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well-being
performance based incentive compensation, which may include cash bonus(es) and/or long term incentives (LTI)

Fulltime

Senior Category Manager

Manage the strategic development and planning for assigned category, as a subset...

Location

United States , Irving

Salary:

Not provided

7-Eleven, Inc

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree
5-7 years of relevant work experience
2+ years of management experience
Strong Analytical Skills
Effective Communication
Negotiating Experiences
Understanding of Financial Methodology to determine costs and to develop annual business plan.

Job Responsibility

Manages, improves and recommends the product assortment for the stores on a national basis for assigned category
Develops annual category plans which include current situation analysis, vision/strategy, and specific category plans
Drill plans down into seasonal calendars, monthly implementation plans, and recurring assortment change calendars
Performs monthly analysis and verification of plans
Provides explanations for variances in budgeted sales and gross profit and provides projection for upcoming months
Develops an in-depth understanding of the key strategic initiatives and policies of merchandising and ensures assigned category strategies are within Merchandising and Corporate strategy and policy
Develops pricing strategy for assigned categories
Develops recommended retail pricing guidelines for the stores to optimize category profitability and establishes suggested retail prices within these guidelines
Reviews competitor pricing information gathered by Zone Merchandising Leaders, Merchandisers and pricing group and recommends pricing
Approves pricing recommendations made by Associate Category Manager

Fulltime

Senior Manager, Category Management

Senior Manager, Category Management at Capital One, responsible for the holistic...

Location

United States , McLean; Chicago; Richmond; Wilmington; New York

Salary:

161500.00 - 221200.00 USD / Year

Capital One

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

At least 4 years of experience in Supplier Management
At least 3 years of experience in Contract Management or Deal Negotiation
At least 2 years of experience in Risk or Relationship Management
At least 3 years of experience with people leadership

Job Responsibility

Negotiation: Partner to negotiate contracts and deals for a fast paced, motivated business group within Capital One
Problem Solving & Strategy Advice: Provide problem-solving and innovative ideas to support internal customers. Identify value-generating opportunities (e.g. savings, efficiencies, or revenue growth)
Relationship Management: Serve as a primary point of contact for third parties and manage an effective governance between Capital One and assigned third parties
Collaboration: Build strong internal relationships with key stakeholders that creates alignment on business strategy and fosters ability to move quickly on desired business outcomes in a well managed way
Risk Management: Monitor and ensure successful delivery against third party contractual obligations. Partner with internal risk groups to ensure third party relationships are compliant with all relevant policies and procedures
Process Management: Accountable for policy requirements for all managed third-party relationships. Plan and lead periodic reviews and assessments of supplier relationships
Supplier Sourcing: Maintain awareness of external marketplace as it relates to your suppliers and perform sourcing activities where appropriate
Coaching and Mentoring: Serving as a people manager, coach and mentor to develop less seasoned and experienced Supplier Managers in their development

What we offer

performance based incentive compensation, which may include cash bonus(es) and/or long term incentives (LTI)
comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well-being

Fulltime

Senior Manager, Merchandise Designer - Textiles & Floor Coverings

Senior Manager of Home: Textiles & Floor Coverings Department: Walmart Brands D...

Location

United States , New York; Bentonville

Salary:

110000.00 - 220000.00 USD / Year

Walmart

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor of Fine Arts or equivalent degree in Textile Design, Surface Design, Interior Design or related field
Extensive experience in rug and textile design across residential, hospitality, and commercial markets
Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Microsoft Excel, Ned-Graphics, or related design software
Strong understanding of the full product lifecycle, from concept development through production and installation
Proven ability to balance creative vision with commercial objectives
Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across teams and cultures
Highly organized, self-driven, and adaptable work style
effective both independently and in group settings
Demonstrated leadership, problem-solving, and strategic thinking abilities
Ability to review and refine existing brand assortments, spot white space and recommend solutions

Job Responsibility

Create original artwork using hand painting, sketching, and digital tools to develop compelling textile and rug designs
Design across multiple categories including rugs, carpets, pillows, poufs, blankets, bedding, bath, window, and utility mats and soft K
Develop seasonal concepts, print strategies, and cohesive product stories aligned with brand DNA and market trends
Modify, recolor, and adapt original and purchased artwork into repeats, colorways, and production-ready layouts
Translate creative vision into commercially viable designs that meet customer, retailer, and price-point needs
Constantly innovate to achieve elevated designs and constructions at affordable prices
Produce CAD design packages using Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and Ned-Graphics or similar program
Demonstrate expert knowledge of repeat design, scale, color application, and layout across multiple substrates and categories
Design using a wide range of rug and textile constructions including hand tufted, hand knotted, machine tufted, ICN, dobby, jacquard, Axminster, hand-loomed, knitting, and weaving techniques
Prepare accurate production files with clear color callouts, measurements, and specifications adhering to Walmart Standards

What we offer

Incentive awards for performance
401(k) match
Stock purchase plan
Paid maternity and parental leave
PTO
Multiple health plans
Medical, vision and dental coverage
Company-paid life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability
Company discounts

Fulltime

Category Manager – Pitched Roofing

In this role you will take ownership of driving commercial excellence in our Pit...

Location

United Kingdom

Salary:

Not provided

360 Resourcing Solutions

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Strong roofing product knowledge and experience in builders’ merchant or distribution environments
Proven commercial insight with the ability to drive growth through category strategy
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, comfortable influencing senior leaders and motivating branch teams
Strategic mindset with hands‑on approach — able to balance planning with field execution
Confident negotiator with strong supplier management capability
IT‑proficient — strong Excel skills (data analysis, reporting, modelling) and solid PowerPoint capability to build compelling business cases, category decks, and supplier proposals
Ability to interpret and present data clearly to drive commercial decisions
Proactive, organised and self‑driven with strong commercial numeracy and attention to detail
Adaptable, collaborative and comfortable operating at pace in a growing business

Job Responsibility

Develop and implement a national Pitched Roofing category strategy that delivers profitable sales growth and strengthens our market position
Drive cost efficiencies, improve commercial agreements, and secure competitive terms, rebates, and strategic buying advantages
Partner with Regional Performance Directors and Branch Teams to support category adoption, drive commercial success, and enhance customer experience
Train, coach, and develop colleagues across the UK to build roofing product knowledge, commercial capability, and supplier relationship skills
Build and manage strong partnerships with key roofing product manufacturers and suppliers, negotiating competitive terms and ensuring long‑term strategic alignment
Work with Marketing to plan and deliver national promotional campaigns, increasing category awareness and driving demand
Identify new product opportunities, strengthen existing ranges, and evaluate category gaps to support market‑leading competitiveness
Manage and mitigate supply challenges through strong supplier relationships, forward planning, and strategic sourcing
Work closely with regional category colleagues (where applicable) to secure national supply agreements and leverage group buying power
Understand market dynamics, pricing trends, and competitor positioning to influence decision‑making and category direction

Category Manager, Leased Lines

The Category Manager for Leased Lines leads commercial strategy, supplier negoti...

Location

Luxembourg , Luxembourg

Salary:

Not provided

Vodafone

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proven data analysis capabilities
Effective engagement with key stakeholders and ability to communicate and present at senior management level
Experience of working within procurement either at global or local level, technical knowledge of networks & services and possess ability to recommend/drive category transformation
Business level proficiency in written and spoken English and German
Solid experience in Telecoms industry with procurement experience
Track record of delivering against challenging targets and of successful teamwork with virtual teams in cross cultural environment
Well-developed written and verbal communication and executive presentation skills
Strong commercial and negotiation skills in relation to multi-year agreements
Strong contract negotiation skills new and in life
Leadership and teamwork, key focus on collaboration of virtual teams

Job Responsibility

Lead RFQs, negotiations and conclusion of contracts, working with Legal and internal stakeholders to met the business requirements
Proactively drive enforcement of category strategies, identify and realise savings
Build and maintain a strong partnership with senior stakeholders, relevant policy owners and the community at a Group and local market level
Build negotiation strategy and lead direct negotiations with Suppliers to achieve cost reduction and improvement to service delivery
Develop and improve innovative commercial models and solutions for Vodafone and 3rd party customers
Investigate and drive performance improvements on specific opportunities identified within the category
Input into reporting against targets as defined by overall SCM goals and objectives
Challenge thinking of local markets and how those requirements can be presented to Suppliers to create an advantage for Vodafone
Manage and ensure the use of Supply Chain tools, processes, policies and standards

What we offer

Annual Discretionary Bonus
Generous Annual Leave: 28 days of annual leave, with the option to buy an additional 5 days and the opportunity to carry over 5 days per year
1 additional day (Family Day) for personal milestones or special occasions
11 public holidays to enjoy time with family and friends
5 charity days per year to give back to the community
Flexible Work Arrangements: Flexible working schedule to help you balance your professional and personal life
20 days to work from abroad, allowing you to combine work with travel and new experiences
Comprehensive Health and Wellness: Lunch vouchers to support your midday meals
Access to private AXA health insurance and a robust pension scheme to secure your health and future
Continuous Learning and Development: Access to Vodafone University and online training resources to help you grow your skills and advance your career

Fulltime

Category Manager

The CO+I Supply Chain, Operations and Unified Technology (“SCOUT”) procurement t...

Location

United States , Washington D.C.

Salary:

96500.00 - 188400.00 USD / Year

Microsoft Corporation

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Master's Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Data Analytics, Business, Finance or related field AND 3+ years experience in data science/analytics, finance, project management, supply chain, and/or operation
OR Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Data Analytics, Business, Finance OR related field AND 4+ years experience in data science/analytics, finance, project management, supply chain, and/or operations OR equivalent experience
Strong commercial understanding and experience driving and developing contracts on key categories (General Contractors, Mechanical & Electrical Equipment, Power Generation, Construction Services, Operations Services)
Experience of collaborating with key stakeholders to jointly develop and implement category strategies to drive efficiencies, improve performance delivery and reduce costs
Experience of developing and enhancing supplier relationships
Data driven mindset to support continuous improvement and accurate reporting
Growth mindset to explore new technologies, new ways of working and new contracting methods
Knowledge of data center industry and experience managing a variety of project delivery methods - ability to lead a project team in defining risk and developing the appropriate contracting and compensation approach
Technical ability to write contracts, ability to set up sourcing plans and negotiation strategies and execute them
Excellent communicator that can interact with diverse groups across organizational levels

Job Responsibility

Define and execute a sourcing strategy for one or more complex purchasing categories within datacenter critical environment equipment maintenance and services to ensure optimal costs and a sufficient continuity of supplies
Share industry and category expertise across stakeholder teams to develop and execute sourcing strategies
Integrate business specifications into sourcing events, define and manage supplier scorecard criteria, coordinate performance reviews, and drive corrective actions
Manage contract and pricing negotiations for a single purchasing category
Influence senior managers, adopt practices, and apply market intelligence to enable quality execution, while educating stakeholders to ensure compliance, adapting policy as needed to mitigate risk
Drive consistency, timeliness, and quality of deliverables, ensuring stakeholders are aware of Service Level Agreements
Process or support stakeholder procurement requests for CE equipment maintenance and services via engagement
Execute contracts and comply with established control processes, identifying roadblocks and taking action to resolve them as needed
Develop pricing and negotiation strategies, gaining senior executive support and mitigating contract disagreements
Drive early business engagements for complex business areas and collaborate with suppliers and leads on onboarding processes

Fulltime

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