Retail Category Strategist
1 month ago
The Advocate Group is a leading search and recruitment agency, proud to represent a renowned food company in their pursuit of a seasoned Retail Category Strategist.
About the RoleThis is an exceptional opportunity for a dynamic leader to join their thriving team and drive commercial success through strategic category management.
The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in category management, particularly within the FMCG sector, with a solid understanding of the UK retail landscape.
Key responsibilities include analysing and reviewing key commercial activities related to customer categories, managing own brand innovation ranges, and identifying customer-specific opportunities.
A strong background in space planning and insights tools like JDA, Nielsen, and Kantar is also essential.
What You'll Bring- Exceptional relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage and influence key stakeholders effectively
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to drive best-in-class ways of working within the commercial team
- Proven experience in budgeting, tracking, and reporting processes to ensure financial success
We offer a competitive base salary up to £60,000, bonus, and a generous benefits package. The role provides exciting progression opportunities with exposure to diverse stakeholders and the chance to influence strategic category decisions.
About UsThe Advocate Group is a leading search and recruitment agency, dedicated to representing businesses in their pursuit of top talent.
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