Category Manager SSD

Job description

Job Purpose

Vendor, Technology or Business Unit, Profit & Loss (P&L), commercial and operational ownership by collaborating with all relevant business functions to deliver best in class systems, tools, processes, financial data integrity and reporting Responsibilities: Execute the Business Unit strategy in full alignment with the agreed strategy to grow profitable market share.

• Lead the vendor pricing strategy through collaboration with profit team to review price elasticity and handle exception management
• Collaborate with the Business Intelligence team to provide market reports and analysis, and using this data to identify trends to make sound business proposals
• Support development of direct reports and/or development of divisional assistant category managers (ACM’s) Ownership for full product and vendor lifecycle management, including system accuracy, product adoption & creation and contract management Hold operational & commercial relationship with vendor key stakeholders Identification of commercial & operational process improvements
• Ensure ongoing use of CRM tools to ensure best in class business continuity Input into quarterly vendor business planning and execution.

Knowledge

Skills and Experience

Highly numerate Commercial acumen

• Strong communication skills Time management & prioritisation skills
• Strong sense of ownership and accountability
• Excellent analytical skills Good relationship skills Experience in the IT industry with channel and/or vendor at a category management level, ideally from a finance, purchasing or product marketing background Experience of SAP R3 and business warehouse Strong Microsoft office skills Experience of working within a matrix structure
• Proven ability multi task in a fast paced environment Business planning experience with strong operational cadence At TD SYNNEX, our values guide everything we do: Together, We Own It, We Dare to Go, We Grow and Win, and above all, We Do the Right Thing.

These principles shape how we work with each other, our partners, and our communities as we drive innovation and create lasting impact. What’s In It For You?

Elective Benefits

Our programs are tailored to your country to best accommodate your lifestyle.

Grow Your Career

Accelerate your path to success (and keep up with the future) with formal programs on leadership and professional development, and many more on-demand courses.

Elevate Your Personal Well-Being

Boost your financial, physical, and mental well-being through seminars, events, and our global Life Empowerment Assistance Program.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

It’s not just a phrase to us; valuing every voice is how we succeed. Join us in celebrating our global diversity through inclusive education, meaningful peer-to-peer conversations, and equitable growth and development opportunities.

Make the Most of our Global Organization

Network with other new co-workers within your first 30 days through our onboarding program.

Connect with Your Community

Participate in internal, peer-led inclusive communities and activities, including business resource groups, local volunteering events, and more environmental and social initiatives. Don’t meet every single requirement? Apply anyway. At TD SYNNEX, we’re proud to be recognized as a great place to work and a leader in the promotion and practice of diversity, equity and inclusion. If you’re excited about working for our company and believe you’re a good fit for this role, we encourage you to apply.

You may be exactly the person we’re looking for!