Category AnalystUp to £40k plus bonus, benefits & hybrid workingAila is excited to announce we’re in partnership with a well-run, exciting and ambitious Consumer Goods/ Retail business in Watford on the recruitment of a Category Analyst to join their team on a permanent basis.About the Company:

The business has an impressive and longstanding history and have continued to grow rapidly in recent years.
Current turnover is c.£90m and they have ambitious and realistic growth plans of surpassing £100m and further in the next 24 months.
Family owned business with a great culture

The Role:Reporting to the Strategic Planning Director, this newly created post of Category Analyst will provide support, analysis, category trends and insights for our Sales and Management teams, our shareholders, as well as our suppliers and customers.Key Responsibilities:

Work closely with the Sales teams to create customer performance updates.
Create compelling data and insight-led proposals for key customers.
Track market performance and competitor activity including pricing and promotional strategies.
Identify trends, opportunities and threats in the market.
Become an expert with industry data (incl. Nielsen/Circana and Dunnhumby), tracking performance, identifying trends and opportunities.
Utilise our own internal sales data to track and measure performance by channel.
Support the Brand Management team with market performance information to share with our partners.
Track performance and ROI of our marketing initiatives with our key customers

The Ideal Candidate:

You will ideally have 1-2 years’ experience within a similar role of an Analytical nature.
Strong Excel with the ability to manipulate and present large datasets
Keen eye for detail as well as a commercial mindset

What they offer:

Up to £40k base salary plus bonus
Strong benefits package including 25 days annual leave and a strong pension package.
Hybrid working with 3 days in the office and 2 days from home

How to Apply:We want to hear from you if you're excited about this opportunity and believe you have what it takes to excel in this role. Apply now for further information.About Aila Recruitment:Aila is a specialist finance recruitment business dedicated to providing the best jobs to the best people. We operate as an extended arm of our client's business and a career coach for our candidates' ongoing development.Not quite the right role for you? Contact us to discuss other opportunities and start a partnership with a finance agency that puts you first.

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