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Delivery Consultant - FMCG at Better Placed
Are you a commercially minded Category Development Manager looking for an exciting new challenge within FMCG? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established and ambitious brand, working closely with one of the UK’s top grocery retailers to drive category growth through insight-led strategies and execution.
The Role:
* Lead the category vision and strategy, influencing both internally and externally
* Develop and execute a point-of-purchase vision and plan for the category
* Drive distribution, range, and display targets, ensuring optimal shelf presence
* Work closely with customers to create joint category plans for brand and private label growth
* Use data and insights to shape category strategies and commercial decision-making
* Build strong customer partnerships and influence key stakeholders
* Stay ahead of market trends, shopper behaviour, and competitive insights
* Champion the in-store execution agenda by ensuring category principles are embedded at the point of purchase
You:
* 3-5 years’ experience in Category Management within FMCG
* Experience working with major grocery retailers
* Strong understanding of shopper, consumer, and customer dynamics across grocery, online, and convenience channels
* Excellent stakeholder management skills – able to engage and influence at all levels
* Passion for the retail environment, customer strategy, and category growth
* Ability to turn complex data into compelling, insight-driven stories
* A proactive and adaptable individual who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Marketing and Research
Industries
Food and Beverage Manufacturing, Beverage Manufacturing, and Food and Beverage Retail
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