Indirect Category Manager

4 weeks ago


Reading Berkshire, United Kingdom Tarsh & Partners Marketing Recruitment Full time

Category Manager – FMCG Home Counties – Berkshire/Hampshire borders
£Are you an aspiring Category marketing professional with a passion for uncovering insights in the FMCG sector? In this role, you’ll become the company expert on the market, harnessing cutting-edge data platforms like Circana Unify, Kantar My Worldpanel, and Assosia to uncover trends, deliver insights, and build compelling recommendations for our retail partners. With a strong “category-first” approach, you’ll drive growth for our brands in key retail channels, working closely with Brand, Sales, Shopper and Travel Retail teams.

Analyse and interpret market data to identify growth opportunities
Collaborate with sales and marketing to deliver category-led recommendations
Experience: 1-2 years in a category management or similar analytical role
Advanced Excel and PowerPoint, strong numeracy, and data interpretation
Knowledge: Familiarity with market data platforms like Circana, Nielsen, Kantar, or Dunnhumby
We’re a global leader in our marked, with a portfolio of well-loved and recognised brands
We offer a hybrid working model with occasional domestic and overseas travel

We are a leading name in recruitment with experience working with brand management, communications, commercial and category management specialists.



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