Job reference
VAC - 15293
Company Name
Salary
£45k - 50k per year + benefits
Location
Poole, Dorset, England
Industry sector
Manufacturing
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
01/10/2025
Closing date
29/10/2025
Category Product Manager | Poole | £50,000
Are you commercially minded with a knack for supplier management and product development? Do you enjoy owning your category and driving strategic decisions? This Category Product Manager role offers the autonomy and variety you've been looking for.
Join a business where you'll lead category strategy, negotiate pricing, and deliver new product launches - all while contributing to sustainability goals.
As Category Product Manager, you will benefit from:
Full ownership of your category with autonomy to drive strategy
Opportunities to lead product development from R&D to delivery
Strategic supplier negotiations and rebate deals
A collaborative environment with ESG, marketing, and data teams
Exposure to sustainability and carbon-neutral initiatives
As Category Product Manager, your responsibilities will include:
Managing supplier relationships and ensuring ESG compliance
Developing and executing category strategies to drive savings
Leading price negotiations and tracking performance against KPIs
Scaling Own Brand products and overseeing quality control
Supporting customer meetings and tender submissions
As Category Product Manager, your experience will include:
Proven experience managing categories and delivering strategic plans
Strong analytical skills and Excel proficiency
Supplier management and product development experience
Familiarity with CRM/PIM systems and project management
A proactive, organised mindset with excellent communication skills
If you're ready to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with an up-to-date CV or call Harriet Forrester at Rubicon for more information.