Category Manager

bp Portugal, S.A.

Portugal
Hybrid
Category management experience
Retail buying experience
Supplier relationship management
bp Portugal, S.A. is seeking a Category Manager to develop and implement category strategies that enhance sales, customer satisfaction, and operational excellence within their retail network. The role involves supplier management, negotiation, and collaboration with various internal teams to drive category performance and support bp’s retail growth strategy in Portugal

Job Summary

  • Develop and implement robust category plans, including buying strategies, sales forecasting, supplier selection, and supplier validation.
  • Lead complex supplier negotiations, applying strong preparation and commercial acumen to secure favorable terms, pricing, and service conditions.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with teams including Marketing, Operations, Supply Chain, and other key stakeholders to ensure category strategies are aligned and delivered successfully.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

bp Portugal, S.A. is seeking a Category Manager to develop and implement category strategies that enhance sales, customer satisfaction, and operational excellence within their retail network. The role involves supplier management, negotiation, and collaboration with various internal teams to drive category performance and support bp’s retail growth strategy in Portugal.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Category Management experience
  • Retail Buying experience
  • Supplier relationship management
  • Commercial negotiations
  • Develop category strategies
  • Portuguese and English fluency

Nice-to-have

  • Customer-focused approach
  • Strategic thinking and operational execution
  • Managing multiple priorities
  • Supporting franchise operations

Key Requirements

  • Proven experience in Category Management, Retail Buying, or similar commercial role
  • Strong experience in supplier relationship management and commercial negotiations
  • Demonstrated ability to develop and implement category strategies
  • Experience in a fast-paced retail or consumer-facing environment
  • Strong analytical skills
  • Effective communication and stakeholder management skills
  • High level of digital fluency
  • Fluency in Portuguese and English

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