Global FMCG Category Manager — Data & Insights

Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS); Birmingham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nutrition brand is seeking a Category Manager to drive category growth and optimize strategies. Key responsibilities include analyzing market trends, creating actionable insights for teams, and supporting the Head of Category. The ideal candidate has FMCG experience, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in data platforms like Nielsen IQ, Excel, and Power BI. This role offers opportunities for growth and requires a proactive mindset.

Qualifications

• Experience in the FMCG sector.
• Up-to-date understanding of Nielsen IQ platform.
• Advanced Excel skills including pivot tables.
• Power BI skills.

Responsibilities

• Create and update regular reports reviewing category, brand and competitor performance.
• Develop compelling sell-in stories for new category opportunities.
• Share actionable insights with Sales, Product & Marketing teams.
• Support the Head of Category in creating and implementing international strategy.

Skills

Inquisitive

Analytical

Commerciality

Teamwork

Proactive improvement identification

FMCG experience

Nielsen IQ platform understanding

Advanced Excel

Power BI skills

Job description

A leading nutrition brand is seeking a Category Manager to drive category growth and optimize strategies. Key responsibilities include analyzing market trends, creating actionable insights for teams, and supporting the Head of Category. The ideal candidate has FMCG experience, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in data platforms like Nielsen IQ, Excel, and Power BI. This role offers opportunities for growth and requires a proactive mindset.