Sukhpreet Singh Email and Phone Number

As a Category Manager, I am responsible for developing and executing category strategies that drive significant value for the organization. My role involves managing specific categories, sourcing, and supplier relationship management to ensure sustainable value creation, risk minimisation, and alignment with business needsCategory Management: Develop and implement category strategies that deliver documented business, financial, and non-financial benefits. I ensure quality category management practices are embedded in reporting and provide strategic oversight to mitigate risks and optimize procurement activities.Market Intelligence & Analysis: Monitor market dynamics and analyze spend data to capitalize on procurement opportunities. I provide informed advice to stakeholders, ensuring strategies are aligned with market trends and organizational objectives.Supplier Relationship Management (SRM): Manage the performance and compliance of key suppliers through a structured SRM program, driving cost savings and other benefits. I focus on developing strong, collaborative relationships with suppliers to foster long-term value.Collaboration & Relationship Management: Build and maintain effective relationships across the organization and with external stakeholders to support category plans and procurement strategies. I work closely with various teams to ensure end-to-end procurement activities are optimized.Leadership & Continuous Improvement: Lead by example, demonstrating initiative and a commitment to continuous improvement. I actively contribute to the development and dissemination of new initiatives, fostering a culture of innovation and best practice within the team.

Developed customer-centric strategies by effectively managing the four P's of marketing (Product, Price, Promotion, and Placement).Planned weekly mailers for New World and Foursquare to promote sales and specials.Planned key weekly deals for PNS to increase sales and revenue.Utilized Dunnhumby and Nielsen to analyze data and gather insights to optimize product range.Used data analysis to identify opportunities for New Product Development (NPD).Maintained awareness of product trends, availability, and customer preferences to maximize category impact.Fostered high-level relationships with vendors and partners to ensure efficient and timely delivery of products.Collaborated across functions to streamline processes and optimize productivity.Developed long-term plans and recommendations for various product categories.Managed and controlled sales to meet budgetary goals.Assisted in category reviews and buying projects to support organizational growth and success.Collaborated with Chris Kneller on the Frozen range review using the Buying Model. Analyzed market trends, customer preferences, and sales data to optimize the category's performance. Implemented data-driven insights to make informed decisions, resulting in a successful reviewCurrently engaged in data cleaning for the upcoming Mexican Range review. Preparing to kick off the project with a focus on ensuring accurate and reliable data for analysis. Aiming to utilize data-driven insights to optimize the category's performance and drive success in the review process.

Conducted analysis and reporting of the current FSNI buying position for selected categories and suppliers to provide crucial insights to the Merchandise Buying teams. Integrated analysis with information from the Customer Driven project, including range optimization, category roles and levers, product elasticity, and pricing approach to support effective decision-making.Supported the buying team in determining negotiation strategy and targets and actively participated in supplier negotiations to obtain the targeted benefits.Measured the impacts of changes post-implementation and reported the results to Members and the Executive for informed decision-making.Provided analysis, reporting, and support to merchandising teams for Supplier Store Display Income, including assistance with rolling out a new process to stores.Offered ad hoc analysis and support to the Merchandise team to assist with making commercial business decisions.Contributed to improving reporting by leveraging the BI toolset and continually challenged and improved business processes and policies to drive efficiencies and reduce risks.As part of my role, I have been involved in the buying model for category reviews. My expertise and experience have been invaluable in contributing to the decision-making process, ensuring that the reviews are successful and that the organization benefits from the outcomes.

Lead buyer for liquor, chilled frozen, and grocery departments.Maintained costs within management parameters.Managed activities, promotions, and initiatives within plan, budget, and deployment delegationsMet sales and gross profit targets for the department.Reviewed overall sales, gross profit, contribution to profit, and costs target of the department and take necessary action for adverse trends.Ensured the shop is full and appealing during hours of trade.Controled stock levels properly.Managed buying and display through direct orders and from the DC.Managed duty, stock control, inventory, cycle counting, and stock takes.Handled category management and allocation and reallocation of the store and its departments.Managed credits, parked invoices, receiving stocks, and storeroom operations.Handled recruitment, training, roster management, PDRs, and health and safety policies.Managed merchandisers and company representatives.Planned and book displays weekly and monthly through negotiations and loading deals based on margins and budgets.Ensured utmost customer satisfaction.Assisted staff through guidance and motivation to increase productivity.

Head of Liquor Department.Ensured correct posting of orders before the cut-off time.Handled daily, weekly, and fortnightly buying processes from DC and direct orders.Scanned gaps and ensure stock lasts for the required period.Managed investment buying and ensure cash flow is not affected.Managed shop floor, warehouse, and storeroom.Implemented stock management procedures such as FIFO and LIFO.Conducted inventory management, cycle counting, and stock take.Managed staff rosters and conduct PDRs for all employees.Assisted customers through staff as required.Implemented category management procedures, review categories, and -maintain articles based on sales reports.Allocated products and staff based on strengths and monitor fill rates.Managed displays through the execution of weekly sales floor plans.Handled merchandisers and company representatives, plan the launch of new products, and maintain existing categories.Ensured the shop is fully faced and meticulously maintained at all times.