#10761 Category Manager, 45K-50K , Dublin 15

Job Title: Category Manager, Purchasing Department Role Type: Full Time Permanent Overview The primary focus of this role is to manage stock levels, build and maintain relationships and to oversee all aspects of a category.
This includes maintaining and updating price files, managing product shortages and sourcing alternatives and new lines as required by the business.
We require the best terms and service from our suppliers and the Category Manager must manage both stock and information on behalf of the business.
Communication with the warehouse and transport teams is essential to ensure that the work done to accommodate customer demands can be met.
A working knowledge of hospitality products including alcohol, hygiene and packaging is essential.
Job Description Generation of daily sales and stock management reports.
Create purchase orders and manage order schedule.
Manage back orders and stock shortages/ transfers between branches Source or offer in stock alternatives where necessary.
Contact Suppliers regarding shortages, damaged goods, returns, or credit required.
Communicate shortages, delays and alternatives to operations and sales teams.
Manage all supplier price files and implement increases and savings in a timely fashion.
Manage Category margins and targets.
Maintain all product information for e-commerce platforms and brochures.