Category Manager

Michael Page; Humber; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking a Category Manager for a UK FMCG wholesale business based in Yorkshire. You will develop category strategies, analyse sales data and collaborate with suppliers to optimise offerings and profitability.

The role is a permanent, on-site position working five days a week with responsibility for stock management and reporting to stakeholders. Strong analytical and negotiation skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in category management or a similar role in retail or FMCG.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret data and trends.
• Proven negotiation experience with suppliers.
• Understanding of marketing strategies and customer behaviour.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Proficiency with data analysis and reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement category strategies to maximise sales and profit.
• Analyse sales data and market trends to identify growth opportunities.
• Collaborate with suppliers to negotiate terms and improve product offerings.
• Work with marketing teams to align campaigns with category goals.
• Monitor stock levels and ensure effective inventory management.
• Provide regular performance reports and insights to stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities to improve the customer experience.
• Ensure compliance with policies and regulations.

Skills

Category management

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Marketing understanding

Communication

Stakeholder management

Data analysis tools

Retail FMCG experience

Tools

Excel

Job description

As a Category Manager in the retail industry, based in Yorkshire, you'll focus on managing product categories to drive sales and profitability. This role ensures the smooth alignment of marketing strategies with customer needs, helping the business stay competitive.

As a Category Manager in the retail industry, based in Yorkshire, you'll focus on managing product categories to drive sales and profitability. This role ensures the smooth alignment of marketing strategies with customer needs, helping the business stay competitive.

Client Details

A leading UK FMCG wholesale business based in Yorkshire are looking for a Category Manager who will be supplying independent retailers across the convenience and grocery sector, with a strong national presence and a diverse product portfolio.

Description

• Develop and implement category strategies to maximise sales and profit.
• Analyse sales data and market trends to identify growth opportunities.
• Collaborate with suppliers to negotiate terms and improve product offerings.
• Work closely with marketing teams to align campaigns with category goals.
• Monitor stock levels and ensure effective inventory management.
• Provide regular performance reports and insights to stakeholders.
• Identify and act on opportunities to improve the customer experience.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and industry regulations.

**Please note this role is 5 days a week onsite - hybrid working is not available.**

Profile

A successful Category Manager should have:

• Experience in category management or a similar role, ideally in the retail or FMCG industry.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data.
• Proven negotiation skills and experience working with suppliers.
• Good understanding of marketing strategies and customer behaviour.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Proficiency in relevant software tools for data analysis and reporting.

Job Offer

• Salary between £50,000 and £60,000, dependent on the level of experience.
• Permanent role based in Yorkshire.
• Opportunity to make a tangible impact in the retail industry.

**Please note this role is 5 days a week onsite - hybrid working is not available.**

Desired Skills and Experience

A successful Category Manager should have:

• Experience in category management or a similar role, ideally in the retail or FMCG industry.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data.
• Proven negotiation skills and experience working with suppliers.
• Good understanding of marketing strategies and customer behaviour.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Proficiency in relevant software tools for data analysis and reporting.