Remote FMCG Category Manager

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly analytical and strategic Category Manager to drive growth within their FMCG portfolio, operating entirely from a remote location. This role is critical in defining the vision and strategy for specific product categories, identifying market opportunities, and ensuring profitable growth. You will be responsible for managing product lifecycles, pricing strategies, and promotional activities to maximize performance. As a remote employee, you will collaborate extensively with national and international teams, leveraging digital tools to maintain strong connections and drive business objectives, while being based remotely from Belfast or elsewhere.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute category strategies to achieve sales, profit, and market share targets for assigned FMCG categories .
• Conduct in-depth analysis of market trends, competitor activities, and consumer behaviour to identify growth opportunities.
• Manage product assortment, pricing, promotion, and placement strategies to maximize category performance.
• Collaborate with internal teams, including sales, marketing, and supply chain, to ensure effective category management.
• Develop strong relationships with suppliers and key stakeholders to foster collaborative growth.
• Monitor category performance, analyze data, and provide actionable insights and recommendations to senior leadership.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field; MBA preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in category management or brand management, with a strong focus on FMCG products .
• Proven track record of driving profitable growth and market share gains in competitive environments.
• Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and decision-making skills.
• Strong understanding of retail and wholesale channels within the consumer goods industry.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and experience with remote collaboration platforms.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits .
• Significant flexibility with fully remote working arrangements.
• Opportunities for professional development and advanced training.
• Ability to influence the direction of key FMCG brands from anywhere.