Category Manager - Convenience & Impulse
An excellent opportunity for an experienced Category Manager to join a leading UK snack manufacturer.
This pivotal role sits at the heart of the business, driving category growth and strengthening customer partnerships in the strategically important convenience and Out Of Home channels.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and deliver category solutions that generate growth for customers and the business through range, merchandising, promotional analysis, and point-of-purchase activation
- Own category relationships with key accounts including Spar, Bidfood, and Brakes, delivering long and short-term growth plans
- Lead the Out Of Home agenda, setting strategic priorities and creating industry-leading convenience guides
- Analyse and interpret complex data from multiple sources to deliver actionable insights and commercial recommendations
- Support cross-functional projects and contribute to key commercial growth initiatives
The Ideal Candidate:
We're seeking an experienced Category Manager with a strong background in the convenience and foodservice sectors. You'll have excellent analytical skills, be proficient with market data software, and possess the ability to influence both internally and externally. A strategic thinker with commercial acumen and a proactive approach is essential.
The successful candidate will have:
- Proven experience in Category Management or National Accounts
- Experience within Convenience and OOH will be beneficial
- Strong data interpretation and Excel skills
- Experience with Nielsen, Circana and Kantar data preferred
- Excellent presentation and communication skills
Location:
West of London (3 days/week in the office or out with customers)
Package:
Up to £55,000 (£50,000 + £5,000 car allowance) + bonus + benefits
