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Responsible for the achievement of sales, cash profits, stock and availability targets as set by the Group Trading Director, whilst agreeing and maintain the range of products listed within the Pet department. Also responsible for negotiation of central income, promotional and marketing activity within the category.* Management of the relevant supplier relationships to ensure high service levels and the optimisation of terms and conditions* Manage and create the strategy for assortment of product choice, price architecture, stock holding and availability * Adhere to any internal and external deadlines associated in listing NPD, price changes and driving promotional strategy* Ensure that relevant commercial activities (promotions, NPD launch, allocations, overstocks) are managed with careful planning in line with Vital Pet Groups category management principles* Implement a process of consistent analyse to ensure budgets/ sales & margin targets are being achieved* Source and introduce new innovative products and services from external markets whilst liaising with new partners as part of the onboarding programme* Review slow / zero sellers and help facilitate exit plans* Undertake market research to gain insights in customer trends to keep the product range fresh and relevant* Manage allocations, stock levels and order frequencies* Ensure inventory management / rotation procedures are in place to eradicate potential stock issues.* Ensure images and text that is submitted by suppliers is fit for use on the website and for print.* Chase and collate all promotional forms in preparation for implementation* Manage data in the form of sales spreadsheets, quarterly trackers, short deliveries etc* Compile monthly price comparisons for use by the buying team to better negotiate pricing and promotions* Ensure data accuracy within the system

Heading up the category management and procurement activities of SIG Interiors and Drylining ranges. Key responsibilities are to:* Set commercial strategy and drive that strategy throughout the business of the largest category in SIG* Be an effective communicator at all levels* Manage our extensive supplier base and ensure they are working in the most effective way for SIG.* Negotiate the best value deals possible with our supply base* Ensure service levels from our suppliers are at required levels and performance manage those that aren't* Improve E2E margins* Constantly look for ways to save money e.g Improved logistics, new suppliers, different ways of working etc* Ensure product file is always up to date

Heading up the category management and procurement activities of the Ceilings and Accoustics ranges. Key responsibilities are to:* Set commercial strategy and drive that strategy throughout the business of the largest category in SIG* Be an effective communicator at all levels* Manage our extensive supplier base and ensure they are working in the most effective way for SIG.* Negotiate the best value deals possible with our supply base* Ensure service levels from our suppliers are at required levels and performance manage those that aren't* Improve E2E margins* Constantly look for ways to save money e.g Improved logistics, new suppliers, different ways of working etc* Ensure product file is always up to date

Leading the procurement activities of the Fire Protection and Mechanical & Electrical (Air Handling, First Fix and Commercial Drainage) divisions. Key responsibilities are to:* Manage our extensive supplier base and ensure they are working in the most effective way for SIG.* Negotiate the best value deals possible with our supply base * Improve E2E margins* Constantly look for ways to save money e.g Improved logistics, new suppliers, different ways of working etc* Ensure product file is always up to dateNotable achievement* Increased margin by 4% on Fire Category in 14 months in role. This lead to a 30% improvement in gross profit whilst turnover still grew by more than 10%.

Run an internal business unit comprising a range of categories accounting for 45% of Maplin's profit and 30% of its turnover. Resposible for supply chain management, visual merchandising (both in-store and online) and ensuring the range was relivant and up to date. Categories included Cable ranges, In Car, Sat Nav, Mains Electrical, Lighting & Bulbs, Domestic Appliances, Batteries and Solar. Lead a team of Buyers. Full accountability for financial performance of my business.

Responsible for a section of the Maplin range accounting for 10% of the company turnover and 20% of the profit. Ranges include AV and Computer/Mobile products and accessories, cabling, CCTV, Pro Audio and DJ equipment. Line manager for 2 Assistant buyers. Role involves sourcing product, negotiating supplier terms, setting pricing, cradle to grave management of products including effective introduction and exit, promotional activity.

Responsible for a section of the Maplin range accounting for 10% of the company turnover and 20% of the profit. Ranges include AV and Computer/Mobile products and accessories, cabling, CCTV, Pro Audio & DJ equipment, Toys. Line manager for Assistant Buyer. Role involves, sourcing product, negotiating supplier terms, setting pricing, cradle to grave management of products including effective introduction and exit, promotional activity.

Responsible for a section of the Maplin product range. Over the time I was in this role I looked after most of Maplin's range for various lengths of time, but had significant time responsible for ranges including:AV and Computer/Mobile products and accessoriesTelecomsToysCablingPro Audio and DJ equipmentCCTVRole involved, sourcing product, negotiating supplier terms, setting pricing, cradle to grave management of products including effective introduction and exit, promotional activity.

Set up and managed Maplin's Build to order PC offer. This involved initial search and selection of a 3rd party partner to do the build and setting up internal systems, in conjunction with IT, that enabled ordering to be done effectively. Once this was in place I then produced and delivered internal training materials and set up external marketing of the proposition. After launch was responsible for the ongoing management of the range.