Category Manager

3 weeks ago


hampshire, United Kingdom The Advocate Group Full time

The Advocate Group is proud to represent a leading food company searching for a Category Manager to join its thriving team.


The Business:


  • A dynamic leader in their sector with a clear vision and a commitment to delivering high-quality products.
  • Continuously expanding its market presence, aiming for significant growth in revenue and market share.
  • A culture that fosters collaboration and encourages team members to innovate and excel in their roles.
  • Exciting progression opportunities with exposure to diverse stakeholders and the chance to influence strategic category decisions.


The Role:


We are looking for a candidate who can make their mark and achieve category growth and optimal product offerings. Here’s how:


  • Manage day-to-day relationships with customers to unlock new opportunities.
  • Deliver recommendations for optimal distribution, range, space, and merchandising layouts for the category.
  • Analyse, review and validate key commercial activities related to the customer’s category.
  • Manage own brand innovation ranges and identify customer-specific opportunities.
  • Support budgeting, tracking, and reporting processes to ensure financial success.
  • Maximise ROI and deliver KPIs for site-based business teams.
  • Drive best-in-class ways of working within the commercial team.


About You:


  • Strong background in Category Management, particularly within FMCG, with a solid understanding of the UK retail landscape.
  • Exceptional relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage and influence key stakeholders effectively.
  • Proficient with space planning and insights tools like JDA, Nielsen, and Kantar.
  • Resilient, adaptable, and eager to contribute to a collaborative and purpose-driven culture.


Benefits:


  • Competitive base salary up to £60,000
  • Bonus
  • Generous benefits package


If the role and responsibilities sound like a good fit for you, then I’d love to speak to you


Find out more about our available opportunities or how we can help you further your career – contact us today.


Please contact John Carr or click “Apply Now” to be considered for this vacancy.



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