Category Manager

Co-op Wholesale is growing, and we're looking for talented people who want to help shape what comes next. As a Category Manager in our Trading team, you'll manage the pricing, range, and promotions for one of our product categories. Working closely with our buying teams and your category's supplier base, you'll develop a market-leading range of products for our wholesale partners. Why this role matters We're building something big at Co-op Wholesale. With a refreshed structure and exciting plans ahead, we're creating new opportunities to strengthen our proposition for our independent retailers, key accounts, and a growing corporate client base. To do that, we need product ranges that stand out, and reflect the biggest market trends and seasonal opportunities. That's where you come in. This is your chance to help bring new ideas to life and make a real impact across Co-op Wholesale. Be part of it. What you'll do

• Manage your assigned product category and drive performance across channels
• Work with our Senior Category Manager to plan and deliver effective range, pricing, and promotional strategies
• Monitor category performance and make sure we're hitting our targets
• Use data and market insights to identify trends, risks, and opportunities
• Collaborate with colleagues across our supply chain, finance, and operations teams
• Build strong supplier relationships to deliver value for them and for Co-op Wholesale
  
  Knowledge of buying practices and a willingness to keep developing your skill
• A track record of shaping and delivering effective trading strategies
• Great sales, negotiation, and supplier management skills
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• The ability to turn data and insights into actions that drive performance
  
  At Co-op, we're owned by our members. And because we're owned by you, we can do right by you. So when you join us, you're not just taking a job, you're joining a movement. We're an organisation that puts people and communities first, and we're powered by purpose. We want this to be a place where you can thrive, so you'll also receive:
• An annual bonus (based on personal and business performance)
• 28 days holiday (rising to 32 with service) plus bank holidays
• A pension with up to 10% employer contributions
• 30% discount on Co-op products and 10% off other brands
• Stream - early access to a percentage of your pay as you earn it
• Virtual healthcare including GP appointments, mental health support, nutrition and fitness advice
• 24/7 colleague support service
• Training and support for your development and career progression
• Cycle-to-work scheme
A place you'll belong We're building diverse and inclusive teams that reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and are committed to creating a workplace where colleagues can feel like they belong, supported by our inclusive policies and the ways we work.