Category Development Manager

2 days ago


Reading, United Kingdom Henson Recruitment Full time

A rare opportunity is being recruited by a No.1 brand in category who are at the forefront of the UK Grocery retail channel and continues to lead the way in innovation and category growth.


Category Development Manager – Top4 Grocery

Branded FMCG

£negotiable + bonus

Berkshire based two days p/wk


Reporting to the Category Controller, this position will take the lead with Top4 Grocery customers whilst supporting the commercial team in delivering category-based stories with other retailers within the High Street & Convenience channel. Working with Circana (IRI) data, you will also utilise Nielsen & Kantar to present compelling stories to the customer and the wider internal team.


The successful candidate will have the following criteria:-

  • Category Management or Space/Category Planning experience with a branded FMCG
  • Ability to identify gaps in category and use insights and convert them into development by delivery strong recommendations
  • Working knowledge of Circana (IRI) data with experience of Kantar and Nielsen being advantageous
  • Excellent presentation skills and an accurate eye for detail
  • Solid commercial acumen with the ability to influence through using category data
  • Good project management skills
  • Must be comfortable with 2-days p/wk in Berkshire



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