Category Manager Tesco

Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS); Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturer in the UK is seeking a Category Manager to provide analytical support and insight for customer category plans. The ideal candidate will have experience with major UK retailers and be proficient in retailer data management systems. This role offers a competitive salary, car allowance, and a hybrid working model, promoting a culture of respect and inclusivity.

Benefits

Car Allowance

Bonus

Pension 4%/4%

Hybrid working

33 days annual leave

2 Employee Volunteering Days per year

Discount scheme

Well-being support

Charity initiatives

24/7 Access to Grocery Aid

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role with a UK retailer.
• Ability to create insightful actions using data analysis.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide analytical support and drive customer category plans.
• Manage performance reports to present to customers.
• Identify trends for informed decision-making.

Skills

Analytical support

Retailer data management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Numerical competence

Tools

Microsoft Office

Kantar

Circana

Dunnhumby

NiQ

Job description

Category Manager (Tesco Customer)

Who We Are:

At The Compleat Food Group we're not just serving up great food, we're creating an environment where our people can thrive. As one of the leading chilled prepared food manufacturers in the UK food industry, we believe that our employees are the secret ingredient to our success. We're passionate about fostering a culture where quality, innovation, collaboration, and personal growth are at the forefront.

Location:

Redhill, RG1 3AS (hybrid)

Hours:

Monday - Thursday, 8:30 - 17:00, Friday, 8:30 - 16:00

Salary:

£48,000 + car allowance

Key Duties:

• To provide analytical support, category and consumer insight and help deliver customer category plans across all supplied areas to support a growth agenda.
• Work cross-functionally with the internal Commercial and Development teams to ensure there is a two-way supply of information and insight sharing that drives opportunities to enhance performance.
• Identify current trends to make informed decisions on the future direction of the category.
• Monthly downloading of all market and category data from the relevant retailer system.
• Manage and develop performance reports by category and subsector for relevant product areas, presenting at customer meetings as required.
• Manage data input for internal and external monthly reports using EPOS and market data, along with performance commentary and recommendations that drive performance.
• Manage and update internal promotional performance tracker using EPOS and shopper data.
• Coordinate internal range maps for the relevant retailer.
• Create and issue frequent internal and external business updates. E.g. NPD launches and seasonal event autopsy.

Knowledge, Experience and Skills:

• Experience of working in a similar role either for or with a leading UK major retailer.
• Have experience of using retailer data management systems such as Kantar, Circana, Dunnhumby or NiQ.
• Be highly numerate with a logical and analytical approach to problem solving.
• Good IT skills including Microsoft Office.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Possess strong organisational skills and ability to prioritise workload.
• Be able to demonstrate ability to use initiative.
• Have experience in building relationships both internally and externally.
• The ability to use data analysis to create insightful actions.
• Driving licence due to regular travel requirements.

Benefits to include:

• Car Allowance
• Bonus
• Pension 4%/4%
• Hybrid working
• 33 days annual leave
• 2 Employee Volunteering Days per year
• Online and High-street retailer discount scheme
• Employee well-being and community support groups
• Charity Initiatives and Team events
• 24/7 Access to Grocery Aid (Free Financial, Emotional and Practical Support)

The Compleat Food Group fosters an inclusive, respectful culture where everyone feels safe, supported, and valued. We welcome diverse talent, knowing it drives exceptional results and a better workplace.

We are committed to Fairness, Equity, Inclusivity, and Respect, we ensure all colleagues can thrive by bringing their whole selves to work. As an equal opportunity's employer, we provide all the support you need to succeed.

Contact us with any questions about Diversity & Inclusion or accessibility during the application process.

Recruitment Agencies:

We have a small, active and trusted Preferred Supplier List to assist us if required. We do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions. We only accept CV submissions for roles released to you directly by our Talent Acquisition team.