UK&I Print Category Director
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UK&I Print Category DirectorDescription -
Job Summary
• This role is responsible for managing and leading cross-functional business aspects for their product grouping. The role collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to negotiate favorable terms for the organization while adding value to the client. The role stays up to date with industry best practices and the latest trends while proactively identifying and addressing any risks in order to stay competitive in the market.
Responsibilities
- Manages and leads marketing, operational, and financial aspects of assigned product grouping/segment.
- Develops short and mid-term plans to achieve market growth, revenue, and operating profit goals.
- Leads go-to-market team and identification of new product opportunities.
- Develops strategy with field sales teams, sales management, and other key category stakeholders on programs and product positioning to win business.
- Engages with senior management and key stakeholders to communicate category performance, present plans, and seek support for strategic initiatives.
- Builds and maintains strong relationships with suppliers to negotiate favorable terms and ensure a reliable supply chain.
- Collaborates with various internal teams from marketing, sales, and product development to align strategies and ensure effective execution.
- Identifies and addresses potential risks within the category, and implements mitigation strategies.
- Ensures adherence to organization's policies, industry regulations, and ethical standards within the category management function.
- Evaluates and optimizes category strategies and processes to stay competitive in the market.
Education & Experience Recommended
- Four-year or Graduate Degree in Sales, Marketing, Business Administration, or any other related discipline or commensurate work experience or demonstrated competence.
- Typically has 12+ years of job-related and/or management experience, preferably in category management, P&L management, or a related field.
Preferred Certifications
NA
Knowledge & Skills
- Agile Methodology
- Analytics
- Business Development
- Business Strategies
- Business To Business
- Customer Relationship Management
- Data Analysis
- Digital Marketing
- Go-to-Market Strategy
- Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Market Research
- Marketing
- Marketing Strategies
- New Product Development
- Product Management
- Product Marketing
- Product Strategy
- Project Management
- Thought Leadership
- Value Propositions
Cross-Org Skills
- Customer Centricity
- Prioritization
- Resilience
- Team Management
- Strategic Thinking
Impact & Scope
• Impacts multiple functions and may act as a lead to peers on cross-functional project teams working to establish and execute business goals.
Complexity
• Contributes to the development of company objectives and achieves goals through subordinate high-level individual contributors and managers.
Disclaimer
• This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed in this role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, responsibilities, knowledge, etc. These may be subject to change and additional functions may be assigned as needed by management.
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SalesSchedule -
Full timeShift -
No shift premium (United Kingdom)Travel -
25%Relocation -
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