Category Lead
3 days ago
Estimated Salary: £55,000 - £75,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
About The TalentPool CompanyWe are a leading B-Corp food brand experiencing c30% annual growth seeking a skilled Category Lead - UK Market to oversee category function and develop collaborative relationships with external retail partners and internal stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities:- Convert data into actionable insights for our UK teams, ensuring timely updates on market performance.
- Identify distribution gaps and competitive advantages through data-driven analysis.
- Regularly provide updates and recommendations to drive UK growth by spotting trends early.
- Present compelling arguments and insights to senior stakeholders both in person and in writing.
- Monitor business performance to identify opportunities and risks, contributing to strategic planning.
- Collaborate on new product development, pricing, and promotional strategies aligned with business objectives.
- Share insights across global teams to adapt strategies towards a unified category vision.
- 3-4 years' experience in category management within the FMCG industry, particularly with major grocery customers; familiarity with data agencies like Nielsen or Kantar is beneficial.
- A proven track record of delivering results through insight-led projects that add value.
- Superior communication and storytelling skills, capable of presenting data effectively and making informed recommendations.
- The ability to make impactful recommendations based on sound data analysis.
- Commercial decision-making skills grounded in sound data analysis.
- Experience or eagerness to mentor and manage a line report.
- A commitment to social responsibility and ethical practices.
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