Category Manager

Better Placed Ltd - A Sunday Times Top 10 Employer!; England; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a data-driven Category Development Manager to join their team. This exciting role involves working closely with key grocery retailers, particularly Tesco, to develop and implement effective category strategies. You will leverage shopper insights and market data to drive growth and influence category plans in a fast-paced FMCG environment. If you have a passion for FMCG and a knack for market trends, this is your chance to work with a household name and make a significant impact.

Benefits

Competitive salary & benefits package

Hybrid working

Opportunity to work with a household-name brand

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Category Management or Development roles.
• Strong knowledge of the UK grocery market, ideally with Tesco.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement category strategies aligned with retailer objectives.
• Utilise shopper and market data to create insight-led recommendations.

Skills

Category Management

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Market Insight

Tools

Nielsen

IRI

Kantar

Job description

Job Description

Are you a data-driven Category Manager with experience working with Tesco? Do you thrive on using insight to drive growth and shape category strategy? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

We're looking for a Category Development Manager to join a leading FMCG brand. This is a fantastic role for someone who wants to work with a powerhouse brand, influencing key retailers and shaping category plans in a fast-paced environment.

The Role:

• Develop and implement category strategies in line with retailer and brand objectives
• Work closely with Tesco and other key grocery retailers to drive category growth
• Utilise shopper, sales and market data to create compelling insight-led recommendations
• Collaborate with internal teams, including sales, marketing, and insights
• Build strong retailer relationships, acting as the go-to category expert

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience in a Category Management or Category Development role
• Strong knowledge of the UK grocery market, ideally with Tesco experience
• Highly analytical with experience using Nielsen, IRI, Kantar, or similar data sources
• Strong communication and influencing skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels
• Passion for FMCG and a keen eye for market trends

What's in it for you:

• Competitive salary & benefits package
• Hybrid working – 2-3 days in the office every 2 weeks
• A chance to work with a household-name brand and shape category strategy in a key retailer

If you're looking for your next move in Category Management and want to work with a brand that’s a leader in its category, we’d love to hear from you.