Lighting Category Manager - Retail

Deta Electrical; Luton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits as a Lighting Category Manager in a forward-thinking company. This entry-level role offers a chance to dive into the retail lighting sector, working alongside experienced professionals to drive product development and marketing strategies. You'll engage in market research, collaborate across departments, and contribute to innovative marketing initiatives. This role not only promises hands-on experience but also the potential for career growth within a respected brand in the electrical industry. If you're passionate about products and eager to make an impact, this is the perfect starting point for your career.

Benefits

Company pension

Profit share scheme

Qualifications

• Degree in Business, Product Design, Engineering, or related field.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in Excel.

Responsibilities

• Conduct market research and analyze competitor activity.
• Collaborate on product development and marketing initiatives.
• Monitor sales performance and provide actionable insights.

Skills

Market Research & Trend Analysis

Product Development

Marketing & Promotional Activity

Sales Performance Monitoring

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Degree in Business

Degree in Product Design

Degree in Engineering

Tools

Excel

Job description

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Department: Lighting Division - Internal

Location: Luton, Bedfordshire

Reports To: Senior Product & Sourcing Manager

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an ambitious graduate Lighting Category Manager to join our growing team and work in our Retail channel. This is a fantastic opportunity to launch your career with one of the UK’s most respected electrical brands, gaining hands on experience and understanding of product development, marketing, and commercial strategy within the lighting industry.

Job Responsibilities

• Market Research & Trend Analysis. Support in collecting and analysing competitor activity, pricing structures, and consumer trends. Help shape our lighting category strategy through data led insights
• Product Development & Range Support: Collaborate with an experienced team to bring new lighting products to market. Assist in managing current ranges, ensuring they remain competitive, and innovative
• Marketing & Promotional Activity. Contribute to marketing initiatives and promotions that support sales in retail. Work closely with the sales team to provide insight and materials that support retail customers growth
• Cross-Brand Collaboration: Gain exposure to all Deta Group brands and see how product categories align across the retail channel. Work across departments including sales, marketing, product development, operations, and Far East suppliers
• Sales Performance Monitoring: Use sales data to track product and category performance. Present findings and recommend ways to improve products, pricing, or positioning
  
  

Qualifications, Skills & Experience

• A degree in Business, Product Design, Engineering, or a related field
• Product Passion & Customer Focus. You should be naturally curious about how products work and how they solve real customer needs. You enjoy working as part of a team to deliver effective solutions
• Organised & Analytical, detail-oriented and methodical, with strong Excel skills. Comfortable managing data and supporting decision-making through structured analysis
• Great Communicator. Confident presenting ideas, both in writing and in person, and comfortable engaging with colleagues and stakeholders at all levels
• Full UK Driving Licence: Required for occasional retail customer visits
  
  

The successful candidate will be offered a competitive salary, access to the company’s profit share scheme and a company pension.

Please download the application form from the Deta website and either email it along with your CV to: [e-mail] or send them to: Personnel & Records Administrator, Deta Electrical, Panattoni Park, Luton Road, Chalton, Bedfordshire, LU4 9TT

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Marketing and Sales

• Industries

  Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing

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