Category Strategy Lead – FMCG Growth & Insights

All About Food Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - GBP 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A rapidly growing FMCG business is seeking a skilled individual to develop and manage strategic category agendas in Manchester. The role involves building insights from data to influence category strategies and supporting brand innovation. Proven experience in stakeholder relationship management is crucial, ideally within the FMCG sector. The company offers competitive perks, including private medical insurance, a pension scheme, and a paid sabbatical after five years of service.

Benefits

Pension matched up to 8%

Bupa Private Medical Insurance

VIP Co-op Live Access

Sample Scheme (£20 per month to spend on products)

Surprise & Delight Scheme; VIP days

Paid Sabbatical (1 month after 5 years service)

iPhone & Laptop

Charity Days

Qualifications

• Proven ability to build stakeholder relationships.
• Experience in category or data analysis, ideally in FMCG.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the strategic category agenda to deliver budgeted KPIs.
• Build insight and knowledge from data sources.
• Create a 1-3-5 year direction for the brand portfolio.
• Manage strategic customer category relationships.
• Carry out all internal and external admin accurately and on time.

Skills

Familiarity with data systems (Kantar, Circana, Retailer databases)

Ability to present and build compelling narratives

Works well in a team environment

Interest in following new trends in the food & drink industry

Education

Category or data analysis experience (preferred)

FMCG background (preferred)

Job description

A rapidly growing FMCG business is seeking a skilled individual to develop and manage strategic category agendas in Manchester. The role involves building insights from data to influence category strategies and supporting brand innovation. Proven experience in stakeholder relationship management is crucial, ideally within the FMCG sector. The company offers competitive perks, including private medical insurance, a pension scheme, and a paid sabbatical after five years of service.