Category Manager - FMCG Retail

About the Role

Our client is seeking a strategic and commercially astute Category Manager to oversee a key category within their FMCG retail operations in Leeds . This role is central to driving category growth through effective product assortment, pricing strategies, and promotional planning. You will be responsible for understanding consumer needs, market trends, and competitor activities to optimize the product offering and maximize sales and profitability for your assigned category, working collaboratively with suppliers and internal teams to ensure a competitive and appealing product range for customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute category strategies that align with overall business objectives and drive profitable growth.
• Manage product assortment, sourcing, and supplier relationships to ensure a competitive offering.
• Analyze sales performance, market trends, and competitor activity to identify opportunities and risks.
• Plan and implement effective pricing and promotional strategies to maximize sales and margin.
• Collaborate with marketing, operations, and merchandising teams to ensure successful category execution.
• Present category plans and performance reviews to senior management.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Category Manager or similar role within FMCG retail .
• Strong commercial acumen and a deep understanding of retail category management principles.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data.
• Demonstrated negotiation skills and experience managing supplier relationships.
• Effective communication and presentation abilities.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance-related incentives.
• Hybrid working arrangement, balancing office-based collaboration with remote flexibility.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Employee discount on company products.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development in the retail sector.