Category Growth Leader — UK Coffee

Jdeprofessional; Maidenhead; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Jdeprofessional is seeking a Category Development Manager to drive growth in the UK coffee category. This role requires expertise in Category Development and strong relationships with retail customers.

Ideal candidates have 4+ years of experience, advanced analytical skills, and proficiency in tools like Nielsen and Kantar. Responsibilities include leading category strategies and collaborating with internal teams to maximize impact.

This position allows for hybrid working, providing flexibility while engaging with key stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Category Development or Category Strategy (FMCG), ideally 4+ years.
• Strong understanding of UK retail, shoppers, and customers.
• Excellent Excel and PowerPoint skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop strong relationships with key retail customers.
• Lead range reviews and assortment planning.
• Analyse shopper behaviour and market trends.

Skills

Category Development or Category Strategy

Understanding of UK retail

Advanced analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Confidence presenting

Education

Degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Nielsen

IRI

Kantar

Dunnhumby

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Jdeprofessional is seeking a Category Development Manager to drive growth in the UK coffee category. This role requires expertise in Category Development and strong relationships with retail customers.

Ideal candidates have 4+ years of experience, advanced analytical skills, and proficiency in tools like Nielsen and Kantar. Responsibilities include leading category strategies and collaborating with internal teams to maximize impact.

This position allows for hybrid working, providing flexibility while engaging with key stakeholders.