Strategy Manager

Seven Search and Selection Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 49,500 - 60,500; Full time

Job summary

A fast-scaling premium food business in Greater London seeks a Strategy Manager to shape its private label division. In this role, you will support long-term strategy development, translate market insights into actions, and partner with various teams for implementation. This unique opportunity requires strong analytical skills, a commercial mindset, and the ability to influence cross-functionally. Competitive salary up to £55k, with exposure to senior leadership and potential for significant impact in this dynamic company.

Qualifications

• Experience in commercial, category, insights, or planning roles within FMCG.
• Ability to use insight tools effectively.
• Understanding of pricing and retail performance.

Responsibilities

• Support development of long-term strategy across chilled dairy and private label.
• Translate insights and data into meaningful actions.
• Partner with teams to implement strategic initiatives.
• Monitor performance metrics for improvement opportunities.
• Stay updated on market trends in the dairy sector.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Data analysis

Commercial awareness

Cross-functional collaboration

Influencing skills

Tools

Nielsen

Kantar

IRI

Job description

• An ambitious and fast-scaling premium food business that’s redefining the chilled dairy and desserts space.
• With a legacy rooted in European craftsmanship and a strong UK presence, this business is known for its innovative approach to private label and branded offerings across major grocery retailers.
• Backed by significant investment and a clear long-term vision, they’re entering an exciting new phase – expanding capabilities, refining strategy, and setting the foundation for sustainable growth across the UK and European markets.

The Role

• This newly created Strategy Manager position is central to shaping the direction of the business’s private label division, which contributes significantly to its UK operations (50%).
• Working closely with senior stakeholders across strategy, category, and commercial teams, you’ll play a key role in connecting the dots between insight, innovation, and execution.
• Not your typical tactical role – this is a unique opportunity to help write the strategic playbook, influence key decisions, and drive change across a growing portfolio of chilled dairy and dessert products.

What You'll Be Doing

• Supporting the development and evolution of long-term strategy across chilled dairy and private label
• Translating category insights, competitive intelligence, and commercial data into meaningful actions
• Partnering with sales, category, and operational teams to bring strategic initiatives to life
• Monitoring performance metrics and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement
• Staying ahead of trends and market dynamics in the dairy space – from consumer shifts to macro influences

About You

• A strategic thinker with experience in commercial, category, insights, or planning roles within FMCG
• Sharp with data and able to see the bigger picture – comfortable using insight tools (Nielsen, Kantar, IRI, etc.)
• Commercially aware – understands pricing, P&L levers, and what drives retail performance
• A natural collaborator and influencer, able to work cross-functionally and build strong relationships
• Curious, proactive, and excited by the opportunity to shape something from the ground up

The Offer

• Salary: Up to £55k dependent on experience - we’re taking an open view based on the strength/suitability of the candidate.
• Based in Hammersmith, West London, with travel between sites
• Exposure to senior leadership and the chance to genuinely shape the future of a growing UK business

This is a rare chance to step into a strategic role that blends insight, innovation, and commercial thinking – ideal for someone looking to take ownership, drive change, and grow with a dynamic food business.