Category Planner for Impulse Foods

1 day ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Sainsbury's Supermarkets Ltd Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Category Planner for Impulse Foods to join our Food Commercial team at Sainsbury's Supermarkets Ltd. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for driving performance and delivering value through optimised promotional plans and category activation strategies.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement innovative strategies to drive sales and growth in the Impulse Foods category
  • Build strong relationships with stakeholders across the business to ensure effective communication and collaboration
  • Analyse market intelligence and consumer trends to inform category activation strategies
  • Develop and maintain accurate summaries of future and past promotional plans
  • Own the value simplicity initiative and stay updated on category performance
Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will need to have a strong commercial understanding and a keen eye for detail. You will thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing market environment and excel at reacting quickly to changing market conditions while managing diverse priorities.

You will have excellent influencing and communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels. You will also have strong analytical skills, organisational abilities, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

What We Offer

We offer a range of benefits to support your wellbeing and career development, including:

  • Colleague discount at Sainsbury's, Argos, TU, and Habitat
  • Pension scheme and life cover
  • Performance-related bonus of up to 20% of salary
  • Annual holiday allowance and flexible working options
  • Access to a range of discounts from hundreds of retailers
  • Employee Assistance Programme and private healthcare
About Us

Sainsbury's Supermarkets Ltd is a leading retailer committed to being a truly inclusive employer. We offer a supportive environment where you can thrive both personally and professionally. We are passionate about delivering value and creating exceptional customer experiences, and we are looking for talented individuals to join our team.



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