Senior Category Analyst - Spontex, Contigo And Sistema

NEWELL; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consumer goods company is seeking a Senior Category Analyst based in Manchester. This role involves driving growth for iconic brands through data analysis and strategic implementation. You'll collaborate closely with sales and marketing teams to turn insights into actionable recommendations. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and significant experience in category management, along with advanced skills in MS Excel and Power BI. This position offers a hybrid working system and ongoing professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning

Hybrid working system

Employee Referral Program

Global Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Proven experience in category management or related roles in FMCG or CPG sector.
• Strong understanding of syndicated data, metrics and software (e.g. Nielsen, Circana).
• Willing to travel domestically approx. 10% of time.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the creation and implementation of Home Fragrance category strategies.
• Leverage data from various sources to provide actionable recommendations.
• Participate in meetings with retail partners.
• Conduct regular competitive analysis.
• Work closely with marketing and sales teams.
• Monitor promotional effectiveness and pricing strategies.
• Measure category performance using KPIs.
• Prepare and present regular category updates.
• Support ad-hoc category projects.

Skills

Data analysis

Project management

Communication

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing or related field

Tools

MS Excel

Power BI

Job description

Job ID: 8547

Location: Manchester, UK

Reports to: Head of Analytics, Insights & Category Development

Contract type: Permanent

Your Role & Team in a Nutshell

Are you ready to influence the future of our legendary brands like Spontex, Contigo, and Sistema? If you are dynamic, analytical, and eager to make an impact, this is your opportunity.

As a Senior Category Analyst, you will drive growth in our category, focusing on iconic brands such as Spontex, Contigo, and Sistema in the UK and Ireland. You'll be part of a dynamic team, working closely with sales, marketing and retail partners. Your role will be pivotal in turning data into insights and actionable recommendations.

We will help you achieve your goals and develop by providing regular feedback and access to online training courses.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Category Development: Assist in the creation and implementation of Home Fragrance category strategies to drive growth and profitability.
• Data Analysis & Insights: Leverage data from various sources (financial, sales, consumer insights, market trends) to provide actionable recommendations and identify opportunities for category growth.
• Retailer Collaboration: Participate in meetings with retail partners to build and maintain strong relationships, support category reviews, joint business planning (JBP) and shelf optimisation initiatives.
• Competitive Analysis: Conduct regular competitive analysis to stay ahead of industry trends and adjust category strategies accordingly.
• Cross‑functional Collaboration: Work closely with marketing and sales teams to ensure alignment on category initiatives and provide relevant data to support decision‑making.
• Promotions & Pricing: Monitor promotional effectiveness and pricing strategies, recommending adjustments to optimise category performance.
• Performance Tracking: Measure category performance using key performance indicators (KPIs), identifying trends and opportunities to adjust strategies for better outcomes.
• Reporting: Prepare and present regular category updates and presentations to internal and external stakeholders.
• Project Management: Support ad‑hoc category projects, managing timelines, resources and deliverables to ensure successful execution.

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing or a related field.
• Proven experience in category management, consumer insights or related roles in the FMCG or CPG sector.
• Advanced MS Excel skills and solid knowledge of Power BI.
• Strong understanding of syndicated data, metrics and software (e.g. Nielsen, Circana, etc.).
• Excellent analytical skills, including the interpretation of POS and syndicated data, and the ability to translate insights into actionable recommendations.
• Willing to travel domestically approx. 10% of time.

Your advantage

• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong project management and prioritisation skills.
• Detail‑oriented, with a focus on continuous improvement and problem‑solving.
• Basic knowledge of Python.

What You Gain

Newell Brands has a strong footprint in the EMEA region, with several thousand employees spread over many corporate offices and manufacturing facilities. You might recognise some of our iconic brands, like Parker, Sistema, Spontex, Crockpot, NUK, Coleman and Yankee Candle, to name a few.

• Unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning – 17,000+ courses for your professional and personal development.
• Hybrid working system.
• Corporate Citizenship Philosophies – environmentally sustainable and socially sensitive business practices.
• Discounts on some of our products from brands Parker, DYMO, Sharpie, Contigo and others.
• Employee Referral Program – an opportunity to get a bonus.
• Global Employee Assistance Program – confidential support for you and your family, complementing our commitment to your well‑being at work and beyond.
• Give@Newell – paid time‑off for charity activities dedicated for local communities right where you live/work.
• Access to Employee Resource Groups that foster an inclusive culture.
• Core Values: Integrity, Teamwork, Passion for Winning, Ownership, Leadership.

Are you interested?

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