Category Manager

Description:

We’re looking for an experienced Category Manager to lead on and execute sourcing, contracting and supply management activity across all Caravan-related spend areas, including decking and maintenance, as well as leading on supplier-side warranty and the aftersales agenda. This is a key category for our business and you will work with stakeholders across the operation.

Your Opportunity:

To learn, develop and become an expert in a key area of the business by:

- Leading and developing the Caravans category, including developing and executing new opportunities to deliver continuous improvement across the supply base

- Developing the commercial relationship with your suppliers

- Taking accountability for going to market, sourcing, procuring, negotiating, contracting and ongoing category management of all supplier spend in their categories

- Working with your stakeholders to assist them in determining the business needs / specification and develop appropriate sourcing strategies

- Ensure in-depth understanding of aftersales relating to each manufacturer performance and act as point of escalation for parks.

What we’d like you to bring:

- Sourcing, contracting and category management experience

- Knowledge of caravans and their manufacture, maintenance and operation

- Advanced stakeholder management skills

- A collaborative mindset, with the ability to work across multiple different areas and many stakeholders

- Comprehensive experience across the full procurement spectrum, with food and beverage experience