Senior Category Growth Analyst - FMCG Insights

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

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.