Category Director

4 weeks ago


St Albans, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom Zachary Daniels Recruitment Full time

Category Manager Opportunity

The Category Manager will be responsible for overseeing the strategic sourcing and comprehensive management of various product ranges. As part of a dynamic team, the individual will proactively create product assortments, customise solutions for customers, and enjoy the autonomy to drive innovation.

  • Lead strategic sourcing and category management for designated product lines.
  • Build strong relationships with suppliers and partners to maintain a commercial focus and ensure compliance with operating terms.
  • Define and execute promotional strategies to enhance product visibility and sales.

About the Role:

  • Proven experience in a similar role within retail or category management.
  • Background in an FMCG/Food environment is advantageous.
  • Strong leadership and management capabilities.
  • A passion for products, combined with a solid understanding of commercial principles.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established brand and a growing business with a global presence.


  • Category Leader

    3 weeks ago


    St Albans, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom Lotus Bakeries Full time

    Job Title: Head of CategoryAbout the Role:We are seeking a skilled and strategic Head of Category to join our team at Lotus Bakeries. In this role, you will be responsible for leading the category team and delivering outstanding category advice to our key customers.Key Responsibilities:Leadership and Team Empowerment: You will lead the category team and set...


  • St Albans, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom Lotus Bakeries Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a seasoned Category Leadership Expert to join our ambitious and high-performing business at Lotus Bakeries. Reporting to the Managing Director, you will lead a team of 3 to deliver outstanding category advice to our key customers, while internally driving the insight, reporting, and category strategy to unlock growth.Key...

  • Category Manager

    6 days ago


    St Albans, UK, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom BMS Performance Full time

    Category Manager – FMCGGreat culture and personal developmentGrowing brand working with large Retail customersAward winning food productsThe Role of Category Manager If you have a passion for food, and working in the FMCG market this is a fantastic opportunity for you. Working with the top grocers and managing a quality product with a small team and lots...


  • St Albans, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom Premier Foods Full time

    Job Title: Senior Commercial Planning DirectorJob Summary:We are seeking a highly analytical and strategic Senior Commercial Planning Director to join our sales department. The ideal candidate will have experience in front-line sales/account management, strong financial experience, and P&L understanding. This role will oversee direct reports at commercial...


  • St Albans, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom BMS Performance Full time

    Role OverviewA highly skilled Product Portfolio Manager is required to join our BMS Performance team, working closely with large retail customers in the FMCG market.Company OverviewOur company has a rich history of over 90 years, with internationally known brands renowned for their indulgent and natural ingredients. We partner with major retail chains and...


  • St Albans, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom Lotus Bakeries Full time

    Unlock Opportunities in the Out-of-Home ChannelLotus Bakeries is seeking a talented and ambitious individual to join their high-performing sales team as an OOH National Account Manager. In this role, you will work closely with the Senior National Account Manager to drive sales growth in the key sectors of Convenience and Foodservice. Your main...


  • St Albans, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom Premier Foods Full time

    We are looking for a Commercial Planning Manager to join our dynamic team working across High Street Discounters. This role is focused on unlocking strategic growth priorities for the HSD channel, driving accountability across all Grocery and Sweet Treats categories. You will have a key role in business partnering with the Customer Director, Account...


  • St Albans, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom PIE Recruitment Full time

    Senior National Account ManagerLead the largest grocery accounts for a renowned healthy snacking brand.About the CompanyThis award-winning brand has achieved remarkable growth, reaching a turnover of over £40 million in just 12 years.With a portfolio of award-winning products and outstanding year-on-year growth, they are a leader in the FMCG market.The...


  • St Albans, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom Premier Foods Careers Full time

    About the Role:We are seeking a highly skilled Commercial Planning Manager to lead our team in the High Street Discounters channel. As a central commercial leadership role, you will be accountable for unlocking strategic growth priorities and driving business results across all Grocery and Sweet Treats categories.Key Responsibilities:Business partnering with...

  • Brand Director

    3 weeks ago


    St Albans, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom Tarsh & Partners Marketing Recruitment Full time

    Key ResponsibilitiesThe successful Brand Manager will lead day-to-day conversations and initiatives with major UK supermarkets, across multiple Own Label food categories. This role involves project ownership and supporting the senior team in driving strategic direction.RequirementsThis is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially sharp individual with a...


  • St Albans, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom Premier Foods Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a Commercial Planning Manager to lead our team in unlocking strategic growth priorities for High Street Discounters (HSD) channel.This central commercial leadership role will focus on accountability across Grocery and Sweet Treats categories, business partnering with Customer Director (Discounters), Account Managers, Marketing...

  • Senior Brand Manager

    4 weeks ago


    St Albans, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom Advocate Group Full time

    Drive a brand revolution in the FMCG industryWe are seeking a seasoned Brand Manager to spearhead the growth of a leading disruptor brand. Reporting to the Marketing Director, this role is pivotal in executing brand strategies to enhance household penetration and establish the brand as a favourite among families and little ones.Key Responsibilities:Develop...


  • St Albans, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom Advocate Group Full time

    Drive business growth with a leading FMCG brand.We are seeking a talented Brand Manager to join our client's team, a well-established household brand known for innovation, quality, and consumer satisfaction. Reporting to the Marketing Director, this role is crucial for executing brand strategies to enhance household penetration and establish the brand as a...

  • Category Manager

    5 days ago


    St Albans, United Kingdom BMS Performance Full time

    Category Manager – FMCGGreat culture and personal developmentGrowing brand working with large Retail customersAward winning food productsThe Role of Category Manager If you have a passion for food, and working in the FMCG market this is a fantastic opportunity for you. Working with the top grocers and managing a quality product with a small team and lots...

  • Head of Category

    5 months ago


    St Albans, United Kingdom Lotus Bakeries Full time

    Job description About the Role We are looking for a passionate new Head of Category to join an ambitious and high performing business that has driven continuous double digit growth for the last 3 years. Reporting to the Managing Director you will be responsible for leading a team of 3 to deliver outstanding category advice to our key customers,...

  • Category Manager

    5 days ago


    Saint Albans, United Kingdom BMS Performance Full time

    Job Description Category Manager – FMCG Great culture and personal development Growing brand working with large Retail customers Award winning food products The Role of Category Manager If you have a passion for food, and working in the FMCG market this is a fantastic opportunity for you. Working with the top grocers and managing a quality product...


  • st albans, United Kingdom Premier Foods Full time

    Company description:Premier Foods is one of Britains biggest listed food companies, employing over 4,000 colleagues at 15 manufacturing sites and offices up and down the country. Many of our brands have been part of UK life for more than a century and youll find them in 94% of British households.At Premier foods we believe in inclusion, authenticity and...


  • St Albans, United Kingdom Premier Foods Full time

    Company description: Premier Foods is one of Britain’s biggest listed food companies, employing over 4,000 colleagues at 15 manufacturing sites and offices up and down the country. Many of our brands have been part of UK life for more than a century and you’ll find them in 94% of British households. At Premier foods we believe in inclusion, authenticity...


  • St Albans, United Kingdom Premier Foods Careers Full time

    Company description:Premier Foods is one of Britains biggest listed food companies, employing over 4,000 colleagues at 15 manufacturing sites and offices up and down the country. Many of our brands have been part of UK life for more than a century and youll find them in 94% of British households.At Premier foods we believe in inclusion, authenticity and...


  • st albans, United Kingdom Premier Foods Full time

    Company description:Premier Foods is one of Britains biggest listed food companies, employing over 4,000 colleagues at 15 manufacturing sites and offices up and down the country. Many of our brands have been part of UK life for more than a century and youll find them in 94% of British households.At Premier foods we believe in inclusion, authenticity and...


  • St Albans, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom Premier Foods Full time

    Premier Foods is one of Britains biggest listed food companies, employing over 4,000 colleagues at 15 manufacturing sites and offices up and down the country. Many of our brands have been part of UK life for more than a century and youll find them in 94% of British households. At Premier foods we believe in inclusion, authenticity and individuality. We...

  • Senior Brand Manager

    6 months ago


    St Albans, United Kingdom Advocate Group Full time

    Would you like to drive a disruptive brand backed by a major FMCG powerhouse? We are working with a disruptor brand that has significant backing and is already becoming a favourite household brand. Known for innovation, quality, and consumer satisfaction, the company is rapidly growing. We are looking to recruit a dynamic and passionate Brand Manager...

  • Marketing Manager

    6 months ago


    St Albans, United Kingdom Lotus Bakeries Full time

    You will collaborate with internal teams and customers to ensure all the key milestones that make up the brand plan are achieved. You will need to be proactive and use your judgement on how to facilitate problem resolution as well as know when to escalate issues that may impact on the successful completion of projects. About the role  Key focus areas...

  • Brand Manager

    6 months ago


    St Albans, United Kingdom Lotus Bakeries Full time

    About Us Peter’s Yard is a growing sourdough bakery business that combines Swedish tradition with British craft and natural, quality ingredients to create its hand-baked sourdough products. The company was founded in 2008, acquired in 2022 by Lotus Bakeries and is now listed in Tesco, Asda, Waitrose, Sainsbury’s, Ocado, Booths, Wholefoods and 3,000...


  • St Albans, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom Premier Foods Full time

    Company description: Premier Foods is one of Britains biggest listed food companies, employing over 4,000 colleagues at 15 manufacturing sites and offices up and down the country. Many of our brands have been part of UK life for more than a century and youll find them in 94% of British households. At Premier foods we believe in inclusion, authenticity and...


  • St Helens, United Kingdom St. Helens Council Full time

    **Job Description**: We Are St Helens Borough Council. Located in the heart of the Northwest close to Liverpool, Manchester and Lancashire, St Helens is a transformational Council which is passionate and ambitious for the communities we support. We provide a wide range of local authority services to the residents, businesses, schools, and visitors to the...


  • Bury St. Edmunds, United Kingdom West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    **Job summary**: Be responsible for providing a complete material management service using the Trust preferred Inventory Management solution (IMS) to all areas of Theatre & Day Surgery unit (DSU): supporting the flow of goods in and out of the department. Responsible for the ordering, receipting and transfer of good to the IMS stock using a variety of order...