Category Manager 9 Month FTC - FMCG Personal Care

Category Manager 9 Month FTC opportunity to join a growing FMCG business with a strong UK presence. This company is known for its portfolio of trusted consumer brands across personal care, health, and household categories, combining the agility of a challenger with the stability of a multinational.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute category management plans for UK retailers, identifying category and shopper data insights
• Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to formulate customer strategies and ensure alignment with brand and retailer objectives
• Build and present customer proposals for range reviews, including product and merchandising recommendations
• Oversee promotional activity evaluation to justify ROI and effectiveness, sharing learnings with commercial teams
• Manage the IRI database and conduct continuous analysis using various data sources
• Take the lead in customer marketing at top retailer meetings, working closely with the sales team

The Ideal Candidate:

• We're seeking a highly analytical individual with strong category management experience in the FMCG sector. The successful candidate will have:
• A minimum of 5 years' experience in Category Management, preferably within FMCG
• Solid experience using IRI and Kantar data
• Strong knowledge of the UK retail landscape, particularly major multiples and High Street Retailers
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence at all levels
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills

Location: Central London with 1-2 days in London

Package: Competitive and dependant on experience

This is an excellent opportunity for a driven and ambitious Category Manager looking to develop their career in a growing, dynamic FMCG business. If you have the skills and experience we're looking for, we'd love to hear from you.