Category Coordinator

Hozelock Ltd; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Hozelock Ltd is seeking a Category Coordinator to support development and execution of category strategies. You will help ensure products meet customer needs and business objectives, manage lifecycle processes, and contribute to product launches.

The role requires 1-3 years in Product/Category Management or Marketing, strong analytics, and proficiency in Excel and SAP. Hybrid work with four days in Sutton Coldfield office and one day remote is offered.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years' experience in Product Management, Category Management, or Marketing.
• Experience supporting product launches and market analysis.
• Strong analytical, organisational, and communication skills.
• Proficient in Excel and ERP systems such as SAP.

Responsibilities

• Support development and execution of category strategies and ensure products meet customer needs and business objectives.
• Assist with product lifecycle management, launches, range reviews and discontinuations.
• Help develop innovative product concepts from consumer insights into opportunities.
• Plan and execute go-to-market activities and product launches.
• Conduct pricing, performance and commercial analysis to optimise category profitability.
• Collaborate across departments to deliver category objectives.

Skills

Product Management

Category Management

Marketing

Analytical skills

Excel

ERP systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing or Business

Tools

SAP

Power BI

Job description

Shape the Future of an Iconic Product Portfolio

Are you passionate about bringing great products to market and turning consumer insights into commercial success? Do you enjoy working across teams, analysing trends, and helping drive product innovation?

We are looking for a Category Coodinator to join our Marketing team and play a key role in supporting the growth and development of our product portfolio. Reporting directly tothe Category Manager, you will help deliver profitable growth through effective product lifecycle management, market analysis, product development, and successful product launches.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in Product Management, Category Management, or Marketing who is looking to further develop their career within a dynamic and collaborative environment.

This is a full time permanent position, working 4 days per week in our office in Sutton Coldfield, with the flexbility to work from home 1 day per week.

What You'll Be Doing

As Category Coordinator, you'll support the development and execution of category strategies while ensuring products continue to meet customer needs and business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Support category growth through market research, competitor analysis, and consumer insights.
• Assist with product lifecycle management, including new product launches, range reviews, and product discontinuations.
• Help develop innovative product concepts by turning consumer insights into commercial opportunities.
• Support the planning and execution of go-to-market activities and product launches.
• Conduct pricing, performance, and commercial analysis to help optimise category profitability.
• Work collaboratively across departments to ensure effective communication and delivery of category objectives.

What We're Looking For

• 1-3 years' experience in Product Management, Category Management, or Marketing.
• Experience supporting product launches, managing product data, and conducting market analysis.
• Strong analytical, organisational, and communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems (such as SAP).
• Experience with Power BI or similar reporting tools would be an advantage.
• Relevant qualification or equivalent commercial experience.

Why Join Us?

This is an exciting opportunity to work on a diverse product portfolio, influence future product development, and contribute directly to category growth. You'll be part of a supportive team environment where your ideas and contributions can make a real impact.

If you're commercially minded, passionate about products, and eager to develop your career in a fast-paced environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Hozelock is proud to be an inclusive employer.We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments, please let us know.