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Salary up to 50,000 depending on experience.Who are Memento Exclusives?Memento Exclusives is legitimising the world of sports memorabilia, working as officially licenced partners to sports including Formula 1, UFC, MotoGP and UEFA. From show cars and simulators to signed equipment, clothing and re-engineered collectables; our innovative offering is constantly evolving to help fans Own The Moment - bringing every person closer to the sports, teams and athletes they love.Where are we based?Bugbrooke, NN7 3SBThis is an office-based role which requires you to be on site 5 days per week. Please consider your commute, time and costs from your location to the office which is based just over 10 miles from Silverstone Circuit.Position Overview:As a Category Manager youll be responsible for managing a specific category of products within our commercial team. The main goal is to optimize sales, profitability and customer satisfaction by selecting the right product assortment, pricing strategies, and promotional activities.Key Responsibilities:Category Strategy & ReportingDevelop and execute category strategies to maximize sales and profitability looking at sales vs Forecast and forecastAnalyse market trends, consumer preferences, and competitor activities to identify opportunities.Set pricing, promotions, and markdown strategies based on sales data, profit margins and aged / dead stockIssue royalty and sales reports for licensors and consignorsProduct Planning, Purchasing and replenishment ManagementDetermine product mix for range plans and allocate appropriatelyCollaborate with suppliers and product team to source new productsMaintain optimal inventory levels to ensure availability without overstocking.Create line forecast per quarterCreate and maintain Sales forecast and present in trade meetingsTake responsibility for purchase budgets and purchase requisitionsTrack product lead times to ensure timing deliveryResponsible for replenishment requisitionsTrack product intake receipts vs the planSales & Performance AnalysisMonitor category performance using sales reports, margin analysis, and key performance indicators (KPIs).Set RRPs and determine marginsIdentify underperforming products and implement corrective actionsWork closely with merchandisers to improve category performance.Vendor & Supplier ManagementBuild and maintain relationships with suppliers to negotiate pricing, terms, and promotional deals.Ensure suppliers meet quality and delivery standards.Manage all enquiries relating to the category from customer service or the sales team.Marketing & PromotionsCollaborate with the sales team to plan category-specific promotions and advertising.Propose budgets for paid social and PPC.Qualifications & Skills:Experience:3+ years in retail category management, merchandising, or buying roles.Experience working within a licensing framework.Experience with Sports Retail and/or Memorabilia or Collectable Products.Skills:Strong analytical and decision-making abilities.Proficiency in data analysis and forecasting.Excellent negotiation and vendor management skills.Knowledge of category management software and tools.Strong communication and collaboration skills.Our Rewards and Benefits Package:As well as a competitive salary, you will enjoy a benefits package including:Company funded Life InsuranceHealthcare Benefits including Private Medical InsuranceCompany PensionReferral SchemeWant to find out more about us?Please use the link below :https://mementoexclusives.com