Category Executive (Catering Supplies)
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Join A Leading Force in Foodservice!
Working for a market-leading company who are dedicated to delivering excellence across the foodservice industry. The Catering Supplies category plays a crucial role in their continued success. They're looking for a Category Executive to support the growth and maintenance of this dynamic category. If you're a detail-oriented, commercially driven individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment, this is the perfect role for you!
What You'll Be Doing
1. Support category development - Ensure the catering supplies range is up-to-date, competitive, and aligned with market trends.
2. Coordinate new product launches - Work with suppliers, marketing, and sales teams to maximise exposure and sales opportunities.
3. Optimise product performance - Identify slow/zero-selling products and implement action plans to drive sales or exit stock effectively.
4. Maintain product data accuracy - Ensure all product details (barcodes, descriptions, supplier codes) are current and correct in the systems.
5. Resolve supplier & finance queries - Work closely with buyers and finance teams to ensure seamless supplier transactions and issue resolution.
6. Analyse commodity price trends - Monitor pricing movements to support commercial decision-making.
What They're Looking For
1. Highly organised with strong attention to detail.
2. Commercially aware with an understanding of market trends and supplier management.
3. A strong communicator who can collaborate effectively across departments.
4. Proactive and results-driven, with the ability to work independently.
5. Experienced in category management or a related field (ideally within catering supplies, foodservice, or FMCG).
Familiarity with Mintec for commodity price tracking and experience in managing cross-functional relationships is a plus!
Why Join?
1. Be part of an award-winning, customer-focused business
2. Grow your career with hands-on experience in category management
3. Work with a supportive and collaborative team
4. Enjoy great benefits
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