Category Specialist, Large Capital Projects at Ferguson Services Inc — Newport News, VA

Job Posting:

Ferguson is seeking a high-impact Category Specialist – Large Capital Projects to support the profitable growth of the PVF category. This is an outstanding opportunity to join a dynamic team and play a meaningful role in the success of our large-scale projects. You will partner closely with Category Management leadership to successfully complete enterprise-wide strategies, optimize supplier performance, and drive category alignment across all business channels.

Location

Hybrid (Newport News, VA HQ), in accordance with company policy.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in carrying out the PVF category strategy, including product roadmap development and short-term operating plans, with emphasis on Large Capital Projects.
• Partner with the Sr. Category Management Project Manager to drive data management, project execution, and central initiatives.
• Evaluate and manage supplier performance in alignment with category objectives.
• Build and maintain strategic vendor relationships to support growth and service excellence.
• Analyze and optimize product mix, volume, and margin performance across branded and private label offerings.
• Identify and address underperforming products or programs, including recommendations for rationalization or exit.
• Support pricing strategy development and execution to improve profitability and competitiveness.
• Provide go-to-market mentorship across marketing, merchandising, and sales enablement.
• Ensure accurate and accessible product and vendor program information across the organization.
• Monitor and synthesize market and industry trends to inform decision-making and strategic direction.
• Drive cross-channel integration to ensure consistency and improve category performance enterprise-wide.

Qualifications

• Experience in Category Management, Product Management, or Operations (multi-channel preferred).
• Strong analytical capability with the ability to assess technical product value and performance drivers.
• Effective communicator with experience presenting to cross-functional teams and executive audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate, influence, and complete tasks in a team-oriented environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred.

Why Ferguson

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Pay Range:

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$3,600.00 - $7,791.30-

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