Category Manager

3 weeks ago


Wednesbury West Midlands, United Kingdom Michael Page (UK) Full time
  • January start - 3 month contract with potential to extend
  • West Midlands based - Hybrid working
About Our Client

FMCG

Job Description

Continuous analysis of key data and insight sources available providing actionable category based knowledge and recommendations
* Truly understand the brands and wider category performance, unlocking opportunities / challenges to positively effect the brands and therefore business performance
* Monitor and understand the industry and core consumer trends, in order to identify business opportunities or potential risks to the in year / longer term plans
* Provide impactful insight on consumers, customers, brands and key competitors that will enhance our competitive positioning
* Creation of impactful monthly reports to be used across the business to educate and inform on key categories, brand performance, consumer behaviour
* Regular analysis of available customer specific data to the sales team providing regular insight unlocking commercial / branded opportunities
* Develop key relationships with strategic customers to provide core category expertise focusing on driving branded and category growth
* Key support to the brand team on annual and longer-term brand planning helping identify credible and scalable opportunities

The Successful Applicant
  • Performance driven, pro-active, consumer and customer orientated
  • Excellent ability to analyse category data/insights and turn into actionable insight
  • Ability to be proactive in identifying commercial insights, finding solutions and effectively communicating opportunities
What's on Offer

Start January 2024

3 month contract with potential to extend

Hybrid working, and option for part time

c£350 per day

Michael Page is part of the PageGroup. Michael Page is a trading name of Michael Page International Recruitment Limited. Registered in England No. 04130921Registered Office: 200 Dashwood Lang Road, Bourne Business Park, Addlestone, Surrey, KT15 2NX

#J-18808-Ljbffr

  • Wednesbury, West Midlands, United Kingdom Michael Page (UK) Full time

    January start - 3 month contract with potential to extend West Midlands based - Hybrid working FMCG Continuous analysis of key data and insight sources available providing actionable category based knowledge and recommendations * Truly understand the brands and wider category performance, unlocking opportunities / challenges to positively effect the...


  • Birmingham, West Midlands, United Kingdom West Midland Trains Full time

    Are you ready to take on a pivotal role in our dynamic team? We are actively seeking a highly motivated Procurement Category Manager to contribute their expertise to our thriving organisation in Birmingham.If your skills, experience, and qualifications match those in this job overview, do not delay your application.As a Procurement Category Manager, you will...

  • Procurement Category Leader

    Found in: Appcast Linkedin GBL C2 - 3 weeks ago


    West Midlands, United Kingdom Focus Management Consultants Full time

    Procurement Category Leader West MidlandsAttractive salary + Bonus & Benefits A great opportunity to move into the Consultancy arena working with some market leading, blue-chip companies in an environment that rewards success.As a Category Leader you’ll be working across multiple sectors and a diverse range of general direct and indirect services spend...

  • Procurement Category Leader

    Found in: Appcast UK C2 - 2 weeks ago


    West Midlands, United Kingdom Focus Management Consultants Full time

    Procurement Category Leader West MidlandsAttractive salary + Bonus & Benefits A great opportunity to move into the Consultancy arena working with some market leading, blue-chip companies in an environment that rewards success.As a Category Leader you’ll be working across multiple sectors and a diverse range of general direct and indirect services spend...

  • Procurement Category Leader

    Found in: Talent UK 2A C2 - 3 weeks ago


    West Midlands, United Kingdom Focus Management Consultants Full time

    Procurement Category Leader West MidlandsAttractive salary + Bonus & Benefits A great opportunity to move into the Consultancy arena working with some market leading, blue-chip companies in an environment that rewards success.As a Category Leader you’ll be working across multiple sectors and a diverse range of general direct and indirect services spend...

  • Procurement Category Leader

    Found in: Appcast UK C C2 - 2 weeks ago


    West Midlands, United Kingdom Focus Management Consultants Full time

    Procurement Category Leader West MidlandsAttractive salary + Bonus & Benefits A great opportunity to move into the Consultancy arena working with some market leading, blue-chip companies in an environment that rewards success.As a Category Leader you’ll be working across multiple sectors and a diverse range of general direct and indirect services spend...

  • Procurement Category Leader

    Found in: Whatjobs ES C2 - 1 week ago


    West Midlands, United Kingdom Focus Management Consultants Full time

    Procurement Category Leader West Midlands Attractive salary + Bonus & Benefits A great opportunity to move into the Consultancy arena working with some market leading, blue-chip companies in an environment that rewards success. As a Category Leader you’ll be working across multiple sectors and a diverse range of general direct and indirect services...

  • Category Business Development Manager

    Found in: Jooble UK C2 - 1 week ago


    Wolverhampton, West Midlands, United Kingdom Rubix UKII Full time

    We’re looking for a dynamic and driven Business Development Manager to join our Mechanical Power Transmission category. As well as delivering an exceptional standard of service to customers, you’ll be responsible for driving new business growth. We started with an ambition to disrupt the traditional model of European industrial distribution, and a...

  • Category Business Development Manager

    Found in: Jooble UK C2 - 3 days ago


    Bushbury, West Midlands, United Kingdom Rubix Full time

    Were looking for a dynamic and driven Business Development Manager to join our Mechanical Power Transmission category. As well as delivering an exceptional standard of service to customers, youll be responsible for driving new business growth. We started with an ambition to disrupt the traditional model of European industrial distribution,and a commitment...


  • Bushbury, West Midlands, United Kingdom Rubix Full time

    Were looking for a dynamic and driven Business Development Manager to join our Mechanical Power Transmission category. As well as delivering an exceptional standard of service to customers, youll be responsible for driving new business growth. We started with an ambition to disrupt the traditional model of European industrial distribution,and a commitment...


  • Wolverhampton, West Midlands, United Kingdom Rubix UKII Full time

    We’re looking for a dynamic and driven Business Development Manager to join our Mechanical Power Transmission category. As well as delivering an exceptional standard of service to customers, you’ll be responsible for driving new business growth. We started with an ambition to disrupt the traditional model of European industrial distribution, and a...


  • Solihull, West Midlands, United Kingdom Michael Page Full time

    This Category Manager role requires a keen professional with a strong grasp of procurement and supply chain processes within the asset management and construction industry. This organisation is a prominent entity within the housing sector. Based in Solihull, they offer a supportive environment that fosters professional growth and innovation. Reporting on...


  • East Midlands, United Kingdom Centric Talent Full time

    Role- Indirect Category ManagerAre you the right applicant for this opportunity Find out by reading through the role overview below.Location -Ashby-de-la-Zouch (REMOTE role with occasonal travel to Head Office)Contract opportunity circa £400 per day DOEThe Category manager will be responsible for the management of a range of key in-direct categories which...

  • Procurement Category Manager

    Found in: Appcast UK C2 - 1 week ago


    West Midlands, United Kingdom Taylor Bolam - Procurement Recruitment Specialists Full time

    Our client are looking to appoint a Procurement Manager across indirect spend such as IT, FM, marketing, logistics etc.Responsible for the end to end procurement, providing the business with a robust supply chain which meets requirements and delivers value for money. Leads the development and delivery of category plans by working with the business to...

  • Procurement Category Manager

    Found in: Appcast UK C C2 - 1 week ago


    West Midlands, United Kingdom Taylor Bolam - Procurement Recruitment Specialists Full time

    Our client are looking to appoint a Procurement Manager across indirect spend such as IT, FM, marketing, logistics etc.Responsible for the end to end procurement, providing the business with a robust supply chain which meets requirements and delivers value for money. Leads the development and delivery of category plans by working with the business to...

  • Procurement Category Manager

    Found in: Talent UK 2A C2 - 7 days ago


    West Midlands, United Kingdom Taylor Bolam - Procurement Recruitment Specialists Full time

    Our client are looking to appoint a Procurement Manager across indirect spend such as IT, FM, marketing, logistics etc.Responsible for the end to end procurement, providing the business with a robust supply chain which meets requirements and delivers value for money. Leads the development and delivery of category plans by working with the business to...

  • Procurement Category Manager

    Found in: Appcast Linkedin GBL C2 - 7 days ago


    West Midlands, United Kingdom Taylor Bolam - Procurement Recruitment Specialists Full time

    Our client are looking to appoint a Procurement Manager across indirect spend such as IT, FM, marketing, logistics etc.Responsible for the end to end procurement, providing the business with a robust supply chain which meets requirements and delivers value for money. Leads the development and delivery of category plans by working with the business to...

  • Procurement Category Manager

    Found in: Whatjobs ES C2 - 7 days ago


    West Midlands, United Kingdom Taylor Bolam - Procurement Recruitment Specialists Full time

    Our client are looking to appoint a Procurement Manager across indirect spend such as IT, FM, marketing, logistics etc. Responsible for the end to end procurement, providing the business with a robust supply chain which meets requirements and delivers value for money. Leads the development and delivery of category plans by working with the business to...

  • Category Manager

    5 days ago


    Oldham, North West, United Kingdom Innovative Technology Full time

    Are you an experienced Category Manager, who is looking to work in a fast-paced, global, market-leading company?Do you have the skills to fill this role Read the complete details below, and make your application today. Here at Innovative Technology, we have an exciting new role for a Category Manager to join our talented team working from our global head...


  • Co. West Midlands, United Kingdom Focus Management Consultants Full time

    Procurement Category Leader West Midlands Attractive salary + Bonus & Benefits A great opportunity to move into the Consultancy arena working with some market leading, blue-chip companies in an environment that rewards success. As a Category Leader you’ll be working across multiple sectors and a diverse range of general direct and indirect services...