Graduate Trainee - Lighting Category Manager - Luton
A market-leading 1 billion UK manufacturing and distribution group is looking for a recent graduate to kick-start their career in product management, marketing, and commercial strategy in Luton. We seek a motivated Graduate Lighting Category Manager to join our dynamic Retail team within a leading UK electrical products company.
This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the exciting lighting industry, working with a diverse portfolio of well-known brands in a company that champions quality, innovation, and reliability.
What You'll Be Doing
1. Market Research & Trend Analysis
* Gather and analyse competitor activity, pricing, and consumer trends
* Provide insights that shape category strategy
1. Product Development & Range Support
* Collaborate on bringing new lighting products to market
* Help manage and innovate existing ranges
2. Marketing & Promotional Activity
* Support the creation and rollout of retail promotions
* Provide sales teams with insights and materials to grow customer relationships
3. Cross-Brand Collaboration
* Work across all brands in the group to understand category alignment
* Gain exposure to departments including sales, marketing, operations, and Far East suppliers
4. Sales Performance Monitoring
* Analyse sales data to evaluate product and category performance
* Present insights and suggest improvements to enhance offerings
What We're Looking For
* A recent graduate with a degree in Business, Product Design, Engineering, or a related field
* A positive attitude, eagerness to learn, and a proactive mindset
* Curious about how products work and meet customer needs
* A team player who enjoys problem-solving
* Organised & Analytical with strong Excel and data-handling skills
* Excellent communication skills
* Confident in presenting ideas and engaging with stakeholders
* A full UK Driving Licence (for occasional retail customer visits) is required
Rewards
* Starting salary of between £28,000 - £30,000
* Lucrative annual bonus based on performance
* Extensive training on lighting product ranges
* Bespoke training and development opportunities
* Optional company pension membership
Think you have what it takes? Apply today to find out more!
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