Temporary Assistant Category Manager
Temporary Assistant Category Manager
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Job Description
Could you be our new Temporary Assistant Category Manager
Do you have a passion for retail Do you enjoy working as part of a creative and energetic team
What about working with bright creative dynamic and constantly evolving greeting card and gift wrap products Sound interesting
Did we mention that we offer hybrid working too! Flexibility to work in the office and work at home.
We have a fantastic opportunity for an Assistant Category Manager to join our Strategic Account Team for a period of 9-12 months.
Who are we looking for
Are you self-motivated and keen to develop in a Company that puts people first Do you have excellent communication skills and a passion for data analysis If so then this could be the role for you!
This is an exciting and challenging role with a true mix of both science and art so candidates will also ideallypossess a creative flair past experience in display planning and a very keen eye for detail. A flexible approach along with the ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing priorities in order to meet strict deadlines in a demanding environment are an absolute must in this role.
Key activities & responsibilities include:
Your main focus of responsibility will be the analysis of item and module level performance leading to recommendations for and creation of exceptional greeting card displays. You will be a direct contact for the Customer with regular interaction and dialogue with the Buying team. For the right candidate there are distinct opportunities for autonomy within the role.
Along with regular close communication with a wide range of internal departments the role involves a wide range of activities and responsibilities. The key elements being:
- Analysis and interpretation of performance data to make recommendations for displays to the Customer
- Project management of the display builds
- Strict adherence to critical date paths
- Working closely with Product Development Product Marketing Business Information teams & third party suppliers in order to make recommendations to ensure the account receives the most appropriate product ranges
- Regular communication with the Business Manager CDS Customer Operations and Brokered Admin on the needs of the account
- Collation of samples and product information for display set up
- Competitive and product trend analysis
This role operates in a hybrid working pattern of office-based days and working from home. Head Office is based in Dewsbury West Yorkshire.
If you believe that you have what it takes to make a difference in this role apply today.
Notes/Brief for Recruitment Team:
Who we are
Along with our sister company John Sands who are based in Australia and New Zealand were part of the American Greetings Corporation one of the largest privately owned greeting card publishers in the world.
As the largest direct to retail publisher of greeting cards and social expression products in the UK we are the celebrations destination. Youll find our amazing products in major supermarkets high street retailers and independent stores across the UK and internationally as well as digital online marketplaces.
Here at UK Greetings we take pride in being an inclusive and diverse employer - we are dedicated and committed to building a culture where difference is valued and everyone is able to fulfil their potential at work regardless of their background.
Among the great benefits of working at UK Greetings are:
Hybrid Working working from home and our Dewsbury offices with flexibility around start and finish times
Enhanced Family Friendly Policies
Employee Referral Scheme
Free onsite parking at Head Office sites
Employee discount shop
Auto-enrolled Pension Scheme
Development opportunities; offering qualifications from Level 3 to 7
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Employee wellbeing support including Mental Health First Aiders
Employee Recognition scheme
So if you have a passion for greeting cards and celebrations products and would love to be part of a talented team youre in the right place!
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Temp
