Category Manager, Senior Category Manager, Category & Insights Manager

TN United Kingdom; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in dermo-cosmetics is seeking a Category Manager to define and execute category strategies for an OTC Skincare brand. The role involves data analysis, strategic recommendations, and leading growth strategies in a hybrid working environment.

Benefits

Highly competitive package

Hybrid working

Qualifications

• Experience in Skincare, Health & Beauty, or OTC sectors preferred.
• Proven success in category and insights roles within FMCG.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the Category agenda for an OTC Skincare brand.
• Set the blueprint for 'best in class' category management.
• Lead category growth strategies.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication

Leadership

Commercial Acumen

Tools

Nielsen

Circana

Retailer EPOS

Job description

Category Manager, Senior Category Manager, Category & Insights Manager, Reading

Client: Page Personnel

Location: Reading, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 83843bebc674

Job Views: 3

Posted: 17.05.2025

Expiry Date: 01.07.2025

Job Description:

• Define and execute the Category agenda for an OTC Skincare brand.
• Utilize Category Management fundamentals to influence retailers commercially.

About Our Client

The 2nd largest dermo-cosmetics laboratory in the world, a market leader in France for OTC products sold in pharmacies, expanding in the UK pharma and OTC RTM markets.

Key Responsibilities

• Set the blueprint for 'best in class' category management.
• Lead category growth strategies.
• Develop category capabilities.
• Conduct monthly data analysis and reporting.
• Translate insights into actionable strategies.
• Own strategic recommendations regarding pricing, promotions, products, and distribution.

The Successful Applicant

• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in data tools like Nielsen, Circana, or Retailer EPOS.
• Experience in Skincare, Health & Beauty, or OTC sectors preferred.
• Understanding of the retail landscape, including Boots and grocers.
• Ability to convert complex data into insights.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Leadership and team management experience.
• Proven success in category and insights roles within FMCG.
• Results-oriented and resilient.
• Commercial acumen.

What’s on Offer

A highly competitive package with hybrid working (2 days in Berkshire). The company is recognized as one of the 'World's Best Employers 2021' by Forbes.