Category Manager - Pet Accessories

Bestpets, a division of Bestway Wholesale, is dedicated to supplying pet retail traders the best quality merchandise available at the best possible prices. That means great value for money and a great range of products to choose from for consumers.

We supply thousands of quality pet products from the finest quality feeds to fun and funky pet toys! You’ll find everything you need with us!

We now have an exciting opportunity for a Category Manager – Pet Accessories to support our Pet Trading team (based in Huddersfield HD2 1UP) as we continue our journey where both change and growth feature heavily.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the achievement of sales, cash profits, stock targets and availability targets whilst also agreeing and maintaining the range of products listed within the Pet Accessories department. You will also be required to lead on the negotiation of central income, promotional and marketing activity and supplier relationship management.

Key responsibilities will include to:

• Manage the accessory portfolio whilst undertaking specific activity and management to maximise opportunities for growth and market share
• Understand the process involved in importing goods to the business from various worldwide destinations
• Source and introduce new innovative products and services from external markets whilst liaising with new partners as part of a new imports program
• Manage and own the commercial strategy for the business unit through effective product portfolio management and price architecture, to meet sales and margins targets
• Work closely with the Marketing Department to define ‘operational excellence’ for Bestpets in the eyes of its customers
• Identify areas of opportunity, on a continuous basis, to ensure a high standard of service level and product availability at competitive costs

To take on this exciting opportunity you’ll ideally have an understanding of pet products and or import experience with experience in buying, inventory and analysis. Knowledge of key business drivers eg, pricing, promotion, range and product trends coupled with strong planning and negotiation skills is key.

You will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence stakeholders effectively. You will be comfortable balancing and delivering on a wide range of challenges and tasks, be adaptable and flexible with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

At Bestpets, we’re passionate about meeting our customers’ needs and working as a team to grow our business. So if you’re looking for an opportunity to make an impact on an ambitious company that’s built its way up from humble beginnings, this is the role for you.

We offer an attractive benefits package including an excellent salary commensurate with experience, bonus, company car, private healthcare, contributory pension, free on-site parking and a Depot Membership Shopping Card.