Category Manager

Description

Category Manager – Professional Workwear

Manchester up to 40k dependent on experience

Ready to shape the future of workwear?

If you're passionate about product, thrive on turning market insight into commercial success, and love seeing your ideas come to life, this could be your next move.

We're looking for a talented Category Manager to take ownership of a growing professional workwear category, driving product development from concept to customer while balancing innovation, quality, margin, and market demand.

What you'll be doing

This isn't just a buying role. It's a chance to influence an entire product category.

You'll:

Develop and build market–leading workwear rangesResearch industry trends, competitor activity, and customer needs across the UK and EuropeWork closely with design, development, technical, sales, and sourcing teams to bring products to lifeSource and develop innovative fabrics and materials that perform in demanding environmentsManage product costing, margin targets, and supplier negotiationsTravel to factories, fabric mills, and trade shows across Europe and AsiaUse sales and stock data to make informed commercial decisionsPresent new ranges confidently to internal stakeholders and customersWhat we're looking for

You'll be someone who enjoys combining creativity with commercial thinking.

Ideally, you'll have:

Experience within buying, category management, product development, or sourcingA strong understanding of garment construction, fabrics, and performance standardsExperience working with overseas suppliers and manufacturing partnersExcellent analytical skills and confidence working with dataStrong stakeholder management and communication skillsThe ability to thrive in a fast–paced, deadline–driven environmentExperience within workwear, PPE, outdoor clothing, technical apparel, or a similar product category would be highly advantageous.

Why you'll love it

This is an opportunity to join a business where product sits at the heart of everything they do.

You'll have the chance to:

Influence a growing product categoryWork with international suppliers and manufacturing partnersTravel across Europe and AsiaBring innovative products to marketCollaborate with talented teams across design, development, sales, and sourcingMake a genuine impact on commercial performanceIf you're commercially minded, product obsessed, and excited by the challenge of building great ranges that customers love, we'd love to hear from you.

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