Senior Commercial Category Manager

Overview

Lead category strategy, supplier management and team development for Plumbing & Heating

Key Responsibilities

• product innovation
• category strategy
• supplier compliance
• cost optimization
• commercial support
• team leadership

Tasks

-Drive innovation by introducing new products aligned with market needs. -Support the day-to-day commercial needs across the branch network. -Establish strong working relationships across the business with Regional Directors, Operations Managers, and Branch Managers to influence commercial success. -Support the TP HSE team to maintain high standards across the supply chain, ensuring supplier compliance with Health & Safety standards. -Define and implement product category strategies, covering ranging, brand proposition, supplier selection, pricing, and route to market, ensuring alignment with Group objectives. -Act as a key commercial stakeholder, liaising with internal teams such as Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing, Finance, Legal, and Sustainability. -Ensure supplier relationships deliver optimal net costs through effective collaboration and relationship management. -Lead, coach, and develop a small team to deliver on key commercial priorities while fostering skills growth and personal development.

Requirements

• customer focus
• senior influence
• category mgmt
• plumbing
• leadership
• negotiation

What You Bring

-A customer-focused mindset, with flexibility and resilience in adapting to change. -The ability to influence at a senior level and work cross-functionally to deliver complex projects. -Proven experience in category management and delivering commercial strategies. -Significant experience within the Plumbing, Heating & Renewables market. -Strong people leadership skills, with the ability to set clear goals and support development. -Advanced negotiation and analytical skills with strong commercial acumen. -Excellent supplier management and relationship-building skills.

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Benefits

-Competitive performance related bonus -Life Insurance -Private Medical Insurance -Save-as-you-earn scheme -Buy-as-you-earn scheme -Colleague discount across a variety of Group businesses including with special discounts across our Trade Merchants - 20% off at Toolstation -Annual Car allowance -Contributory pension scheme

About Travis Perkins Plc

-Serves a wide range of industries, from construction to home improvement. -Supports both large-scale projects and individual DIY enthusiasts. -Offers products for building, plumbing, heating, and timber. -Operates through numerous well-known brands and a vast network of branches across the UK. -Consistently delivers top-tier products and services for major infrastructure and residential projects. -Known for innovative solutions to meet the evolving industry needs. -Recognized for strong supply chain capabilities and customer satisfaction.

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