Category Manager

Category Manager Location: Leeds Salary: £50,000 – £60,000 + benefits Elevation Recruitment Group are delighted to be working with a well-established and growing wholesaler based in Leeds, as they look to appoint a Category Manager with a strong background in sourcing products from the Far East. This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded Category Manager to take ownership of a key product category, driving strategy, supplier relationships, and margin performance within a fast-paced wholesale environment. The RoleAs Category Manager, you will be responsible for the end-to-end management of your category, with a particular focus on international sourcing across the Far East. Key responsibilities include: • Developing and delivering category strategies aligned with overall business objectives • Managing and growing supplier relationships across the Far East, including negotiation of cost, lead times, and terms • Identifying new sourcing opportunities, products, and innovations to drive competitive advantage • Owning pricing, margin, and promotional strategies to maximise profitability • Working cross-functionally with Supply Chain, Quality, Sales, and Marketing teams • Monitoring market trends, competitor activity, and customer needs to inform decision-making • Ensuring compliance with quality, ethical, and regulatory standards when sourcing internationally About YouTo be successful in this role, you will ideally have: • Proven experience as a Category Manager, Buyer, or Senior Buyer within wholesale, distribution, or a similar environment • Demonstrable experience sourcing products from the Far East • Strong commercial and negotiation skills, with a track record of improving margin and supplier performance • Confidence managing complex international supplier relationships • Excellent analytical skills and the ability to turn data into actionable insight • A proactive, resilient, and results-driven approach What’s on Offer • Competitive salary of £50,000 – £60,000 • The opportunity to play a key role in a growing and ambitious business • Autonomy to shape and develop your category • Supportive leadership and a collaborative working culture