Category Coordinator - Executive

1st Executive; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Category Executive to assist the Category Manager in driving sales and market share within a defined product category. The successful candidate will manage supplier relationships, support product development, and perform data analysis. Candidates should have strong analytical skills and ideally a background in FMCG or retail. This role is located in the United Kingdom.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years' experience in buying, merchandising, category management, or a similar role.
• Experience in FMCG/retail/e-commerce is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Category Manager in delivering category strategy and annual plans.
• Support product range reviews and new product development.
• Manage day-to-day supplier relationships and negotiations.

Skills

Analytical ability

Commercial awareness

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Collaboration skills

Problem-solving mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Supply Chain, or related field

Tools

MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)

ERP or retail systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.)

Job description

Overview

I am currently recruiting for a Category Executive to support a Category Manager/Buyer in driving sales, margin, and market share within a defined product category. The role involves supplier management, range planning, promotional execution, and data analysis to ensure the category meets its commercial objectives.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Category Manager in delivering category strategy and annual plans.
• Support product range reviews, new product development, and product lifecycle management.
• Manage day-to-day supplier relationships, negotiations, and queries.
• Track category sales performance, stock levels, margins, and competitor activity.
• Ensure accurate product information, pricing, and availability across all sales channels.
• Support promotional planning, including price reductions, marketing campaigns, and in-store/online activations.
• Monitor consumer and market trends to identify growth opportunities.
• Collaborate with supply chain, marketing, finance, and operations teams to deliver results.
• Prepare regular reports and presentations on category performance and insights.

Skills required

• Strong analytical and numerical ability (Excel proficiency essential).
• Commercial awareness with an understanding of retail/FMCG dynamics.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Highly organized with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Team player with cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Problem-solving mindset with ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Supply Chain, or related field (preferred).
• 1-3 years' experience in buying, merchandising, category management, or a similar role.
• Experience in FMCG/retail/e-commerce is an advantage.
• Strong IT skills: MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Exposure to ERP or retail systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.) is desirable.