Category Leader - Global Wholesale Business

This role will be responsible for category strategy, supplier relationships, commercial performance, margin delivery and team leadership across a global wholesale environment. The role combines P&L ownership, supplier negotiation, supply chain oversight and people management to drive sales growth, profitability and operational excellence. Client Details A leading food and drink wholesaler supplying retailers, convenience stores, foodservice operators and hospitality businesses. Operating at significant scale, the business focuses on category growth, supplier partnerships, commercial performance and supply chain excellence. Description Key responsibilities include: Developing category strategies that enhance commercial performance, customer proposition and competitive positioning. Owning revenue, margin and budget targets, driving growth through effective commercial planning and execution. Leading and mentoring category teams, creating a high-performance culture focused on development and accountability. Building strategic supplier partnerships to strengthen commercial outcomes, improve service levels and unlock value opportunities. Working cross-functionally to optimise supply chain performance, maintain compliance and improve profitability. Profile The successful candidate would have: Experience leading category functions within complex, fast-paced environments, influencing senior stakeholders and balancing multiple business priorities. Strong background in buying, trading or commercial management, with responsibility for driving category performance and business growth. Experienced negotiator with a track record of delivering improved commercial terms, margin enhancement and value creation. Data-driven decision maker, using commercial insights and performance analysis to shape strategy and support profitable outcomes. Effective people leader with experience developing high-performing teams, alongside strong knowledge of category management, profitability, supply chain operations and long-term business planning. Job Offer On offer to the candidate: Competitive salary of £80,000 to £90,000 (experience dependent) plus package. Permanent position based in North West London - 5 days pw in office.