Category Manager

2 days ago

St Albans, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom Advocate Group Full time

Ready to take ownership of category growth and shape winning strategies in the FMCG sector?

Advocate Group is proud to represent a leading UK snack company in their search for a
Category Manager
to join their dynamic commercial team.

This innovative, fast-paced FMCG business is experiencing strong growth and operates across high-profile categories within major UK retailers. With a collaborative, values-driven culture and a clear commitment to data-led decision making, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact while continuing to develop your career in category.

The Role:

  • Lead category strategy development across multiple key accounts.
  • Analyse market data to identify trends, opportunities, and risks.
  • Collaborate with commercial and marketing teams to optimise NPD launches.
  • Build strong relationships with retail partners to influence range and merchandising decisions.
  • Deliver insight-led recommendations to drive category performance.

About You:

  • Proven category management experience with at least one of the Top 4 Grocers.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insight.
  • Experience working with IRI, Nielsen, Kantar, or retailer data systems.
  • Commercially astute with strong influencing and presentation skills.
  • Self-motivated, results-driven, and a collaborative team player.

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary package with performance-based bonus.
  • Hybrid working model.
  • Excellent opportunities for career progression.
  • Access to professional development and training.

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

For more details or to discuss how we can support your career, please get in touch with Emma, or click "Apply Now" to be considered.

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The Advocate Group is a leading recruitment partner, based in the UK, to the FMCG and consumer product sectors.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. By applying for this role, you are agreeing to our Privacy Policy, which can be found on our website. Please note that The Advocate Group is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.

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