Graduate Trainee - Lighting Category Manager - Luton
A market-leading £1 billion UK manufacturing and distribution group is looking for a recent graduate looking to kick-start their career in product management, marketing, and commercial strategy in Luton. We're looking for 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 ever-chaning and 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
Market Research & Trend Analysis
Gather and analyse competitor activity, pricing, and consumer trends
Provide insights that shape category strategyProduct Development & Range Support
Collaborate on bringing new lighting products to market
Help manage and innovate existing rangesMarketing & Promotional Activity
Support the creation and rollout of retail promotions
Provide sales teams with insight and materials to grow customer relationshipsCross-Brand Collaboration
Work across all brands in the group to understand category alignment
Gain exposure to departments including sales, marketing, operations, and Far East suppliersSales Performance Monitoring
Analyse sales data to evaluate product and category performance
Present insights and suggest improvements to enhance offeringWhat We're Looking For
A recent Graduate with a degree ideally in Business, Product Design, Engineering, or a related field
A positive attitude, eagerness to learn, and a proactive mindset
Someone who is curious about how products work and how they meet customer needs
A team player who enjoys problem-solving
Organised & Analytical
Detail-oriented individual with strong Excel and data-handling skills
A great communicator
Someone who is confident presenting ideas and engaging with stakeholders
A full UK Driving Licence Required (For occasional retail customer visits)Rewards
Starting salary of between £28,000 - 30,000
Lucrative annual bonus based on your performance and effort
Recieve extensive training on the companies lighting product ranges.
Bespoke training and development to support you in the role and your development
Optional membership and enrollment in an excellent company pensionThink you have what it takes? Apply today to find out more