Hybrid Category Growth Manager - FMCG

Kenny Recruit; Basildon; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Kenny Recruit is seeking a Category & Market Development Manager to join a well-established international FMCG business growing in the UK market. You will develop commercial and marketing strategies across multiple product categories and bring products successfully to market.

Based in Basildon with office-based hours Mon-Thu and remote on Fridays, the role offers £50,000–£60,000 per year and the autonomy to shape category strategies while collaborating with local and international stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in Category Management, Marketing or a similar role.
• Experience in FMCG, retail or a fast-paced consumer goods environment.
• Strong understanding of the marketing mix, product development, positioning and launches.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute commercial and market development strategies across multiple product categories.
• Create business plans, manage category budgets and monitor KPIs to deliver growth.
• Analyse sales data and market trends to identify opportunities and maximise revenue.
• Develop pricing strategies, product positioning and go-to-market plans.
• Coordinate product launches with internal stakeholders and ensure brand consistency.

Skills

Category Management

Marketing

Commercial mindset

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business or Marketing

Job description

Kenny Recruit is seeking a Category & Market Development Manager to join a well-established international FMCG business growing in the UK market. You will develop commercial and marketing strategies across multiple product categories and bring products successfully to market.

Based in Basildon with office-based hours Mon-Thu and remote on Fridays, the role offers £50,000–£60,000 per year and the autonomy to shape category strategies while collaborating with local and international stakeholders.