Category Analyst

Henderson Brown Recruitment; England; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food business in Northamptonshire is looking for a Category Analyst to join their Commercial team. This role involves supporting the Category Manager with insight-led decisions using data. Candidates should have strong analytical skills, advanced Excel proficiency, and a collaborative spirit. The position offers a hybrid work model with one day onsite each week and a salary range of £40,000 - £45,000 plus benefits.

Benefits

Benefits

Qualifications

• 2+ years' experience in a similar analytical role is desirable.
• Ability to quickly learn data sources.
• Methodical approach to analysis.

Responsibilities

• Support the Category Manager with presentations and analysis.
• Prepare monthly and bi-monthly market reports.
• Track and report category market share.
• Manage monthly database coding.
• Summarize consumer research responses.
• Produce internal KPI reports.
• Conduct deep dives into specific categories.
• Assist with customer reviews and innovation initiatives.
• Analyse weekly retailer data for reporting.

Skills

Advanced Excel skills

Strong Microsoft Office proficiency

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Collaborative team player

Tools

Kantar

Nielsen

Circana

Job description

Overview

Category Analyst

Location & Setup: Northamptonshire - Hybrid, 1 day onsite per week

Package: £40,000 - £45,000 + benefits

The Opportunity: We are partnering with a leading food business to appoint a Category Analyst to join their Commercial team. This role will support the Category Manager in delivering insight-led decisions and presentations, using data to tell compelling stories and drive commercial opportunities.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives on analysis, detail, and turning numbers into clear, actionable insights. You'll work across multiple data sources, prepare reports for both customers and internal stakeholders, and play a pivotal part in tracking market performance and supporting customer relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Category Manager with insight-led presentations and analysis.
• Prepare monthly and bi-monthly market reports for key customers.
• Track and report on category market share and performance.
• Manage the monthly database coding and reporting of new products to data providers.
• Code and summarise consumer research responses.
• Produce monthly internal KPI reports.
• Conduct deep dives into specific food categories.
• Assist with larger projects such as customer category reviews and internal innovation initiatives.
• Download and analyse weekly retailer data, reporting updates to the Category Manager and Commercial Managers.

What We're Looking For

• Advanced Excel skills and strong Microsoft Office proficiency.
• Excellent attention to detail with a methodical approach.
• Experience working with (or ability to quickly learn) data sources such as Kantar, Nielsen, and Circana.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to simplify complex data.
• A collaborative team player who can also work independently.
• 2+ years' experience in a similar analytical role (desirable).

Additional Information

The role may involve travel, so a valid passport, clean driving licence, and access to reliable transport are essential.

Why Join?

This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in supporting a well-respected food business. You'll gain exposure to leading retailers, work with rich market data, and contribute to the commercial success of a company that values its people, culture, and purpose.