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Category Manager - Ambient

Michael Page Sales
Posted 12 days ago, valid for 10 days
Location

London, Greater London EC1R 0WX

Salary

£48,000 - £57,600 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

Retirement Plan

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Sonic Summary

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  • The Category Manager role is crucial for a London-based ambient food company with global reach, focusing on data-driven storytelling to drive business success.
  • Candidates should have proven experience in the FMCG sector, particularly in category management, with strong analytical skills and proficiency in retail data sources like Kantar and Nielsen.
  • The position involves managing key retailers such as Morrisons, Asda, Co-Op, and Ocado, as well as working on private label projects.
  • The salary for this role ranges from £45,000 to £55,000 plus a car allowance, along with generous holiday leave and healthcare benefits.
  • Applicants should be able to access London daily and possess strong communication and collaboration skills.

This Category Manager will be a key player in a Category team where success is achieved through translating data into compelling story telling driving business success.

Client Details

A London based Ambient food company with global reach. Brand leaders within Category and continued double digit growth through innovation and brand / people investment.

Description

Working with a brand leader in food, on their way to total category leadership.

You'll be working across an existing & extensive portfolio of products.

Category Management of key retailers inc. Morrisons, Asda, Co-Op & Ocado

Although predominantly Branded, there will also be Private Label projects, broadening category exposure and knowledge.

Sell ins and brand plans will form part of the customer contact, along with running range reviews, buyer category inductions.

Profile

A successful Category Manager - Ambient should have:

  • Ability to access London daily
  • Proven experience in the FMCG sector, specifically in category management
  • Exceptional analytical skills, highly proficient on the retail data source inc. Kantar, Circana, Nielsens......
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills
  • A proactive approach to problem-solving

Job Offer

  • £45,000 - £55,000 + Car allowance
  • Generous holiday leave and additional perks.
  • Comprehensive healthcare package.
  • Pension scheme.
  • An innovative company that fosters growth.

If you're a Category Exec looking to make an impact and land your first Category Management role, please apply for this exciting Category Manager role in our London office.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.