Job Description
The Advocate Group is proud to represent a leading food company searching for a Category Manager to join its thriving team.
The Business:
* A dynamic leader in their sector with a clear vision and a commitment to delivering high-quality products.
* Continuously expanding its market presence, aiming for significant growth in revenue and market share.
* A culture that fosters collaboration and encourages team members to innovate and excel in their roles.
* Exciting progression opportunities with exposure to diverse stakeholders and the chance to influence strategic category decisions.
The Role:
We are looking for a candidate who can make their mark and achieve category growth and optimal product offerings. Here’s how:
* Manage day-to-day relationships with customers to unlock new opportunities.
* Deliver recommendations for optimal distribution, range, space, and merchandising layouts for the category.
* Analyse, review and validate key commercial activities related to the customer’s category.
* Manage own brand innovation ranges and identify customer-specific opportunities.
* Support budgeting, tracking, and reporting processes to ensure financial success.
* Maximise ROI and deliver KPIs for site-based business teams.
* Drive best-in-class ways of working within the commercial team.
About You:
* Strong background in Category Management, particularly within FMCG, with a solid understanding of the UK retail landscape.
* Exceptional relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage and influence key stakeholders effectively.
* Proficient with space planning and insights tools like JDA, Nielsen, and Kantar.
* Resilient, adaptable, and eager to contribute to a collaborative and purpose-driven culture.
Benefits:
* Competitive base salary up to £60,000
* Bonus
* Generous benefits package
If the role and responsibilities sound like a good fit for you, then I’d love to speak to you!
Find out more about our available opportunities or how we can help you further your career – contact us today.
Please contact John Carr or click “Apply Now” to be considered for this vacancy.