Ee regional category manager

Minimum Job Requirements Degree or Diploma in Marketing essential. Minimum 10 years’ experience in a buying/procurement role. Minimum 5 to 10 years’ buying experience in the Hardware Retail environment. Minimum 5 years’ experience in-store retail management experience. Key Performance Areas

Report to the Regional Executive:

Drive growth, monitor and drive national sales and GP% budgets. Review the range and order new product lines for new stores. Visit regional supplier factories with the Regional Category Managers to ensure the capability to provide service at a national level. Improve loyalty of retailers in conjunction with Regional teams. Develop the Category strategy and align it with the Merchandise and Group strategy, to ensure effective buying. Responsible for Regional Supplier Trade Agreements and approvals. Manage supply chain and conduct regular meetings with regional and national suppliers. Analyse performance nationally to identify opportunities and develop action...