Category Manager - Export / International Markets

TalentPool; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

TalentPool in the United Kingdom is recruiting a Category Manager – Export / International Markets to lead category strategy across Grocery, Health, Drugstore and Pharmacy channels in global export markets. You will partner with Sales, Marketing and Global Category teams to drive growth and strengthen distributor relationships.

The role requires proven category management experience in a consumer-led business with international exposure, strong analytical skills and the ability to distill data

Qualifications

• Proven experience in category management & insights from a consumer led business with experience in international markets.
• Healthcare or wellness exposure is a plus but wider consumer goods experience will be considered.
• Strong analytical capability and ability to distill data into actionable insights.

Responsibilities

• Deliver credible, insight-led category plans that drive growth across international markets.
• Define optimal product ranges for each market and channel, aligned to shopper needs.
• Identify packaging efficiencies to scale globally while meeting local regulatory requirements.
• Own channel strategy across Grocery, Health Food, Drugstore and Pharmacy.
• Lead category input for NPD launches with strong market positioning.
• Use market data and category tools to shape strategy.
• Build relationships with distributors and retailers as the trusted category expert.
• Deliver category reviews and portfolio assessments aligned with trends.

Skills

Category management

Insights

Analytical thinking

Communication

Proactive mindset

Tools

Euromonitor

IMS

Job description

Category Manager – Export / International Markets

West London x 10 days per month in the office

A heritage-led, family-owned natural wellness & healthcare manufacturer is entering an exciting phase of international growth and digital transformation. With a portfolio that includes globally recognised wellness brands, the business blends nature, science and decades of expertise to deliver trusted products to consumers worldwide.

As they expand across international markets, they're looking for a Category & Insights Manager to shape category strategy across key global channels and drive meaningful commercial impact.

The Opportunity

You’ll lead the development of category strategies across Grocery, Health Food, Drugstore and Pharmacy channels within global Export markets. Acting as a key strategic partner to Sales, Marketing, Product and Global Category teams, you’ll build market-specific plans that elevate our presence, unlock category growth and strengthen relationships with distributors and retail partners.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver credible, insight-led category plans that drive growth across international markets
• Define optimal product ranges for each market and channel, aligned to shopper needs and competitive dynamics
• Identify packaging efficiencies to scale globally while meeting local regulatory requirements
• Own channel strategy across Grocery, Health Food, Drugstore and Pharmacy
• Lead category input for NPD launches, ensuring strong market positioning and commercial impact
• Use market data, shopper insights and category tools (Euromonitor, IMS etc.) to shape strategy
• Build strong relationships with distributors and retail customers, acting as the trusted category expert
• Deliver category reviews and portfolio assessments to ensure alignment with market trends and commercial goals

What You’ll Bring

• Proven experience in category management & insights from a consumer led business with experience in international markets.
• Ideally some healthcare, wellness experience but wider consumer goods will be considered.
• Strong analytical capability and a methodical approach to complexity
• Excellent communication skills, able to distil large data sets into clear, actionable insight
• A proactive, self-motivated mindset and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment