Category Lead

5 hours ago


UK, UK, United Kingdom Veritas Partners Ltd Full time

Job Title: Category Controller

Location: London

Salary: Competitive basic + car allowance + bonus + excellent benefits


The Opportunity:

We are now looking to appoint a Category Controller who will work with the National Accounts & Marketing Team to further develop the category strategy to deliver the insights within retail channel & International customers.


Reporting to the Sales Director, you will support and work with our external customers and internal Sales/Marketing functions to help drive mutual category growth in-line with our company objectives through the implementation of category initiatives, delivering detailed insight and presenting to our key customers.


What you will do:

  • Manage key accounts with regular client meetings to drive category growth
  • Work with Sales & Marketing teams to provide regular insights on opportunities within the market
  • Build and sustain relationships with key retail contacts
  • Use insight to influence range and merchandising plans at category reviews
  • Provide detailed analysis and insights on category opportunities
  • Provide analytical support in the development of category plans
  • Work with the internal team to meet company targets & brand growth


About You:

Will have gained category insight/management experience within a recognised FMCG branded manufacturer or leading market-data company at Senior Category Manager or Category Controller level, you are now looking to step up your career by joining a progressive FMCG company within a full Category Controller level position.


  • Educated to degree level, looking for a great action orientated culture, who gets things done
  • Previous customer facing experience & a track record of relationship building, within an FMCG business working in category
  • Great analytical skills with a good working knowledge of Nielsen, Dunnhumby & SelfServe data
  • Excellent communication & presentation skills


  • Category Lead

    3 weeks ago


    UK, UK, United Kingdom Vertical Advantage Full time

    Category LeadWe've partnered with one of the most well known food businesses in the world who own many household brands in their search for a experienced and dynamic Category Lead / Head of Category to champion the category team and drive commercial objectives. This role involves leading a talented category team, ensuring the strategic direction of the...

  • Category Manager

    6 days ago


    UK, UK, United Kingdom Burman Recruitment Full time

    Category Manager (Contract)Day Rate: £400-£500 per daySummary:A leading UK university is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Category Manager to join their procurement team on a contract basis. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in developing and implementing effective category strategies, managing supplier relationships, and driving...

  • Category Manager

    4 weeks ago


    UK, UK, United Kingdom Reliance Talent Solutions Full time

    Our client is a leading producer of some of the most recognized and iconic brands in the UK and Ireland. They offer a diverse range of industry-leading own-label products, including fresh pork, lamb, and chicken, and collaborate with major retailers and food service outlets. Their extensive portfolio also features authentic chilled and frozen ready meals,...

  • Category Manager

    1 month ago


    UK, UK, United Kingdom APP Wholesale Ltd Full time

    About the Company: Established in 1969, APP Wholesale Ltd specialises in the distribution of heating and hot water products to the plumbing and heating sector from nine regional locations around the UK and we are proud to offer our customers the best quality products at the right price. APP Wholesale Ltd is now part of the Lords Group of companies, offering...

  • Category Buyer

    3 weeks ago


    UK, UK, United Kingdom Innovus Full time

    Job Role: Category BuyerLocation: LutonHours: Monday to Friday, 35 hours per weekAt Innovus we are committed to delivering market leading solutions and professional services and as a Category Buyer, you will be contributing to our vision to recognised as the market leading provider of services to the UK’s property sector.We are proud to employ highly...


  • UK, UK, United Kingdom Elite Search Solutions Full time

    Role is hybrid with circa 3 days per week in Warwick head officeSalary: Circa £60-£70,000 plus bonus & excellent benefits This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team of Procurement Management Specialists that deliver auditable and sustainable cost base reductions across a variety of industries. With a wide range of procurement experience across...


  • UK, UK, United Kingdom The Advocate Group Full time

    Location: North West Salary: Up to £65,000 + Car Allowance + BenefitsAbout the role:This is a customer-facing Senior Category management role where you will be pivotal in shaping and driving category growth for key grocery accounts for a leading FMCG organisation that holds a significant market share in the categories it represents. Key...

  • Category Specialist

    4 weeks ago


    UK, UK, United Kingdom JSS Search Full time

    Indirect Category SpecialistLondon base (Remote working available)£40k - £48kAbout the Role This is a critical role in our supply chain team to enable our client to meet its strategic objectives of sustainably growing our network and improving our profit margin. This position supports the company in the category management of centre utilities for 3,500+...


  • UK, UK, United Kingdom Salt Full time

    Category Marketing Manager - FMCG Salary £45-55,000 + benefitsLondon Office - 2 days a week We are working with a fantastic FMCG brand with a strong market presence in their category and have plans to double the size of their European office in the next 5 years. They are looking for a Category Manager to lead the Category team, consisting currently of 4...


  • UK, UK, United Kingdom Alexander Steele Recruitment Full time

    Alexander Steele has partnered with a leading global food manufacturer that has an exciting opportunity for a Category Development Manager to deliver category growth and become the go-to category partner of choice.Responsibilities:Be a voice for the category within the business; keep up to date on shopper, retailer and category trends through continued...


  • UK, UK, United Kingdom Focus Management Consultants Full time

    Category Buyer – IngredientsAttractive basic + car allowance, bonus & benefitsEast MidlandsWe are looking for a Category Buyer, get in touch today if you are looking for your next Category Procurement role within an FMCG environment.My client is a hugely successful, multi-site food manufacturing business. They are now looking for an experienced Category...


  • UK, UK, United Kingdom Barclay Meade Full time

    A well-established engineering and manufacturing company is seeking a Procurement Category Manager to lead a team of Procurement Category Specialists/Buyers.This key role will be responsible for ensuring best value through strategic sourcing and category management, supporting production growth, maintaining high quality standards, and driving cost...


  • UK, UK, United Kingdom Elevation Recruitment Group Full time

    Category Manager - IndirectsHybrid working - 3 days a week home workingUp to £50,000 base salary Outstanding additional benefits package! Elevation Recruitment Group are delighted to be working with a leading rail business based in Derby in the search for an experienced Category Manager to focus on the businesses Indirect requirements.As a Category Manager...

  • Category Specialist

    4 weeks ago


    London, UK, UK, United Kingdom Diageo Full time

    CapEX Category Specialist12 Month Fixed Term ContractJoin our Procurement TeamAs the custodians of iconic brands such as Baileys, Guinness, Smirnoff, and Johnnie Walker, at Diageo, we source, produce and deliver 6.5 billion litres of world-leading products every year, across 180 markets globally. The commercial challenges here are large, diverse and...

  • Category Manager

    4 weeks ago


    UK, UK, United Kingdom TRIA Full time

    CE Commercial/Category ManagerSalary dependent on experience + 10% Bonus and Bens Tech / Consumer Electronics PermanentHybridWe're looking for an experienced individual to join an dynamic and evolving company at a time of exciting growth!You'll be joining one of the clients key teams, working closely with established partners to manage the...


  • UK, UK, United Kingdom Marston Holdings Full time

    Senior Procurement Category Manager£65,000Are you highly analytical and commercial-minded? Are you an experienced Procurement Category Manager looking for a brand new challenge?We are hiring a Senior Procurement Category Manager who will be responsible for a portfolio of high value categories across the organisation. Managing a spend of circa £25m, you...

  • Category Manager

    6 days ago


    UK, UK, United Kingdom Pan United Full time

    Pan United is on a mission to sell its products in the most sustainable way that makes the world a better place. To do this, we strive to cultivate an open and supportive culture where everyone can contribute their ideas and lead in areas they are passionate about.The role of the category manager in this context is to build a robust and reliable supply chain...

  • Category Manager

    4 weeks ago


    UK, UK, United Kingdom Procurement Heads Full time

    Great opportunity for a dynamic and experienced Procurement professional to partner with Operational Leads on strategic Capital Works programmes.Procurement Heads are thrilled to have partnered with a leading Housing organisation dedicated to delivering value for money and ensuring compliance with Public Contract Regulations. Managing £150 million in third...


  • London, UK, UK, United Kingdom Vertical Advantage Full time

    Location - Greater London (2 / 3 days a week in HQ)Day Rate - c.350 per dayProject length - c.3 monthsIn this role you will be providing actionable insights to unlock category growth and to maximise range and distribution opportunities. The successful candidate will be reporting directly to the Category lead, who has a proven track record of developing...

  • Category Manager

    5 months ago


    London, UK, UK, United Kingdom Reed Talent Solutions Full time

    Are you a specialist within ICT Procurement, with experience as a Category Manager or looking to take your next step into a more senior role?We are partnering with one of London's leading emergency service providers to find them a Category Manager of ICT on a permanent basis. You will be joining them whilst in the early stages of a multi-year...