Category Insights Manager (German Speaker)

JR United Kingdom; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading beverage brand is seeking a Senior Category Manager in London to lead category strategy across EMEA markets. This hybrid role offers the chance to influence market dynamics through data and insights, requiring extensive experience in category management and strong communication skills. Benefits include generous holiday, private healthcare, and a dog-friendly office.

Benefits

30 days holiday plus birthday off

Private healthcare

Volunteer days

Flexible hours

Early Friday finishes

Free products

In-office lunches

ClassPass credits

Bonus scheme

Dog-friendly office environment

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in category management or market strategy.
• Strong commercial acumen with proficiency in data tools.
• Knowledge of UK retail landscape is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead category strategy and execution across specified markets.
• Provide actionable insights to inform decision-making.
• Collaborate with sales, marketing, and innovation teams.

Skills

Category management

Shopper insights

Market strategy

Commercial acumen

Communication skills

German language skills

Tools

IRI

Nielsen

Kantar

Job description

Category Insights Manager (German Speaker) in London

Client:

Vertical Advantage

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

1

Posted:

25.05.2025

Expiry Date:

09.07.2025

Job Description:

Our partner, a globally recognised and purpose-led beverage brand, is seeking a Senior Category Manager to lead category strategy across key EMEA markets, including the UK, DACH, France, and Spain. This permanent, hybrid role offers a unique opportunity to influence at scale by combining data, creativity, and commercial insights to shape a dynamic category in the functional wellness space.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead category strategy and execution across specified markets
• Provide actionable insights to inform decision-making
• Create compelling trade stories and enhance customer engagement
• Monitor performance relative to multi-year growth objectives
• Collaborate with sales, marketing, and innovation teams to align priorities
• Stay informed on market trends and consumer behaviour

Candidate Profile:

• Extensive experience in category management, shopper insights, or market strategy
• Strong commercial acumen with proficiency in data tools like IRI, Nielsen, Kantar
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders
• Knowledge of UK retail landscape is essential
• German language skills and familiarity with DACH retail markets are a plus
• Passion for purpose-driven brands and wellness products
• Additional benefits include 30 days holiday plus birthday off, private healthcare, volunteer days, flexible hours, early Friday finishes, free products, in-office lunches, ClassPass credits, bonus scheme, and a dog-friendly office environment.

If you are eager to shape a fast-growing category for a globally loved brand driven by purpose, we want to hear from you. Let’s connect!