<p>Are you an experienced <strong>Buyer, Purchasing Specialist, or Analyst</strong> looking to take the next step in your career? Our client is seeking a <strong>Category Manager</strong> to join our clients team and lead multiple product categories within a fast-paced retail environment. This role offers the opportunity to move beyond transactional buying and into strategic category ownership—driving growth, profitability, and innovation.</p><p>You’ll leverage your retail experience and analytical skills to develop category strategies, optimize assortments, and build strong vendor partnerships. If you’re ready to influence business decisions and make a measurable impact, this is the role for you.</p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities:</u></strong></p><ul><li>Transition from tactical buying to full category ownership—developing strategies and implementing plans that align with business goals.</li><li>Create and adjust product assortments and buying strategies based on customer needs and market trends.</li><li>Use your analytical expertise to review financials, manage P& L, and translate insights into actionable strategies.</li><li>Build and maintain strong supplier partnerships to optimize pricing, terms, and profitability.</li><li>Work closely with merchandising, marketing, and operations teams to ensure category success.</li><li>Partner with teams to develop proprietary products and introduce differentiated offerings.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p>