Category Manager - Building Materials - Naas Road, Clondalkin, Dublin 22 Part of Grafton Group Plc, Chadwicks Group is the market leader in the builder's merchanting industry in the Republic of Ireland.
The core business is through the traditional Builders Merchants division.
Main brands include Chadwicks, Cork Builders Providers, Davies & Telfords.
In addition, and through organic growth and acquisitions the Group have established a range of brands which are close to the core but offer a uniquely different range of products.
These include Heitons Steel, Panelling Centre, Morgans Timber, Proline & Sitetech.
Principle Objective A Category Manager manages relationships in a dynamic supply base and is responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and managing the inventory of product categories to ensure we have the best product range to meet our customers' needs.
The Category Manager will ensure the most cost-effective supply chain to ensure we meet our customers' service level requirements, and the delivery supports operational efficiency.
The Category Manager will lead supplier negotiations and build long term relationships with those suppliers.
Knowledge & Experience Proven experience (3+ years) within buying, procurement or within the Building Materials Industry or a similar role would be an advantage.Ideally have knowledge of construction materials, industry regulations and market trends.Proficiency in using category management software tools.Excellent Microsoft Office and presentation skills.
Proficiency in Excel especially.Ability to work in a fast paced and diverse organisation.Strategic planning and project management.Key Responsibilities Build long term supplier relationships, improving the trading position in a sustainable way.Support our sales team and Chadwicks branch sales staff with the sourcing of material in a timely manner.Regularly review stock levels across multiple locations to ensure sufficient stock is available to meet expected demand whilst allowing for unexpected supply chain issues that can arise.
Optimize inventory levels to align with company policy.Update staff on expected delivery dates and manage stock deliveries from ports to branches.Lead or support complex negotiations with key suppliers.Challenge the team continually to create a range our customer value versus our competitors and ensure no product gaps whilst optimizing sales and margin.Ensure price is competitive and profitable.Ensure the range and trade plans are delivered, safeguarding adherence to the critical path.Review new product developments, meet with suppliers, and build long term relationships.Forecasting and managing budgets effectively, always being cost conscious.Support the category strategy review process and strategic change programmes and translate into clear plans for the Category Team to drive category growth.Attend trade shows and industry events to stay updated on market trends and opportunities to work in international markets sourcing new products identifying new product trends.Design and implement new product production outside of Ireland and manage the inbound supply chain.Work with logistics to manage on time delivery of product to the various business units.Essential Competencies Strong negotiation and communication skills.Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.Strong decision-making skills.Excellent organisation and attention to detail.Effective team working and networking skills.Excellent interpersonal and customer facing skills.Dynamic, motivated, and driven to achieve targets.Contract Type Permanent full timeFull time 39-hour contractWorking week Monday to Friday (hybrid)Our Benefits Include Competitive Basic SalaryPrivate Health Care AllowanceSick Pay SchemePaid Maternity and Paternity LeavePension SchemeColleague Saving SchemeProfit Share SchemeColleague DiscountEducational AssistanceWellness initiatives
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