Category Merchandising Analyst

Whole Foods Market; London; On-site; USD 41,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the Natural Foods industry is seeking a Category Merchandising Analyst in London. This role involves developing category goals and strategies, driving profitable sales through data-driven decisions, and collaborating with multiple teams. Ideal candidates will have a BA/BS degree and relevant experience, along with a passion for quality standards and organic products.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of relevant experience or equivalent education.
• Proficient in category management and product lifecycle concepts.

Responsibilities

• Develops category goals and product assortments focused on core customers.
• Responsible for financial performance and data-driven assortment selection.
• Collaborates with various teams to achieve category goals.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Planning and execution

Team player

Stakeholder communication

Retail software solutions

Passionate about Organics

Analytical skills

Continuous learning

Education

BA/BS degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

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Base pay range

$41,600.00/yr - $70,720.00/yr

Responsibilities

• Develops category goals, strategies, and product assortments focused on our core customer, ensuring a relevant mix of national, local, and private label products to differentiate Whole Foods Market.
• Responsible for financial performance, driving profitable sales through data-driven, customer-centric assortment selection, product development, pricing, presentation, and promotion.
• Collaborates with Merchandising Planning, Operations, Procurement, Distribution, Quality Assurance, Marketing, Regional Leadership, and Suppliers to achieve category goals.
• Supports category, merchandising, promotional, and pricing strategy development, analysis, and execution for produce & floral departments.
• Assists in assortment planning, supplier reviews, stakeholder collaboration, item forecasting, and project execution.
• Coordinates logistics for key events and maintains communication with suppliers.
• Supports data management, reporting, and category insights development.
• Participates in category reset, promotional activities, and new product lifecycle management.
• Contributes to team efforts to develop a customer-centric category vision grounded in data and forward-looking insights.

Skills

• Detail-oriented with strong planning and execution skills.
• Effective team player with a positive attitude and ability to work independently.
• Excellent stakeholder communication skills and familiarity with retail software solutions.
• Passionate about Organics, Fair Trade, Quality Standards, and the Natural Foods industry.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and knowledgeable about category management and product lifecycle concepts.
• Strong analytical skills, able to interpret financial reports and business trends.
• Committed to continuous learning and professional development.

Education & Experience

• BA/BS degree with 2-4 years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.