Group Category Manager (plasterboard & Insulation)

STARK Group

Category management experience in b2b or builders' merchant
International sourcing across national boundaries
Structured stakeholder and supplier relationship management
This influential role drives performance and profitability within the Heavy Building Materials category by managing market dynamics and strategic partnerships

Job Summary

  • This influential role drives performance and profitability within the Heavy Building Materials category by managing market dynamics and strategic partnerships.
  • The successful candidate will serve as the primary contact for the European Supplier Program, maximizing commercial contributions from selected suppliers.
  • STARK Group combines global leadership with local presence across 11 countries to provide opportunities for trusted suppliers and competitive prices for customers.

Matching Summary

This influential role drives performance and profitability within the Heavy Building Materials category by managing market dynamics and strategic partnerships.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Category management experience in B2B or builders' merchant
  • International sourcing across national boundaries
  • Structured stakeholder and supplier relationship management
  • Fact-based strategic negotiation skills
  • Fluency in English for international work

Nice-to-have

  • Experience navigating matrix organizations
  • Background in Heavy Building Materials industry
  • Proven networking and business-enhancing relationships
  • Ability to synthesize complex information analytically
  • Comfort switching between strategy and hands-on work

Key Requirements

  • Prior experience in category management
  • Experience in international sourcing roles
  • Professional fluency in English

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