Category Planner - FMCG Retail

About the Role

Our client is seeking a strategic and insightful Category Planner to join their remote team, focusing on optimizing the category performance for their diverse FMCG portfolio . This role is essential for driving category growth and profitability by translating consumer insights and market trends into actionable plans for retail partners. You will work closely with sales, marketing, and data analytics teams to develop compelling category strategies, assortment plans, and promotional calendars. This is a significant opportunity for a data-driven planner to influence category direction and drive commercial success from a remote work setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive category plans based on consumer insights, market trends, and sales data for key FMCG categories .
• Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to translate category plans into effective promotional and activation strategies for retail partners.
• Analyze category performance, identify opportunities and threats, and recommend strategic adjustments to maximize sales and profitability.
• Manage the product assortment and space planning for key categories to optimize shelf presence and consumer engagement.
• Liaise with data analytics teams to ensure accurate reporting and robust insights that inform category strategy, supporting the Bristol region.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Statistics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in category management, brand planning, or a related commercial role within the FMCG industry .
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools.
• Excellent understanding of retail dynamics, category management principles, and consumer behaviour.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a remote team structure.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and annual bonus potential.
• Full remote work flexibility, allowing for a healthy work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Opportunities for professional development and attending industry conferences.
• Access to advanced data analytics platforms and tools.