This newly created developmental position will enable the successful candidate to establish the role of the Category Manager within the business, and shape the future growth of the function. It will require you to develop a clear category management strategy for each of the major multiple grocers, and also category principles for the balance of trade. You will provide proactive internal and customer facing support developing compelling category insight to drive incremental and sustainable gross margin for the benefit ofthe businessand it's key customers. You will play an active role in formulating the insight that will contribute tothe business'strategic planning process, and aligning with brand strategy to formulate and review category plans on an ongoing basis. The Category Manager will also work with Sales & Marketing teams and customers to provide proactive category driven, compelling, data based arguments to achieve improvements in the distribution, rate of sale and merchandising of the organisation's product ranges.
Who we're looking for
The successful candidate will: • have a demonstrable track record of achievement with both branded and own-label products in a Category Management position • have a demonstrable breadth of sales and marketing experience, with strong commercial capability • have the ability and drive to make things happen and effect change • be experienced in converting IRI and TNS data and ad-hoc consumer research in to relevant and meaningful insights and business recommendations • have strong planning and presentation skills to formulate and deliver robust and comprehensive action plans • be a strong communicator and influencer with gravitas, able to liaise with internal stakeholders as well as all external interfaces including the major multiples • be highly numerate, and an expert in data analysis and interpretation
About our client
My client is a market leading FMCG company. As a leading supplier to all the major grocery retailers they are enjoying significant business growth in this fast growing sector, and with this in mind they are looking to add a Category Manager in to the team.
What's on offer
Excellent Salary package + Car Allowance + Benefits
Michael Page Contact For further info, apply or phone on +44 (0) 121 230 9360. Job Ref: 13220932 Your application will be sent to Matthew Burling.
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