Category Insights Manager

Position Overview

We are recruiting on behalf of a prominent branded FMCG company for a Category Insights Manager on a 12-month fixed-term contract, with the possibility of transitioning to a permanent role. The salary range offered is £45,000 to £50,000 plus benefits.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify growth prospects and distribution opportunities across primary retail channels.
• Provide category analysis, deliver performance reports, and share commercial insights to inform strategy.
• Support the launch of new products by providing data-driven advice.
• Evaluate promotional campaign effectiveness and analyze shopper behavior patterns.
• Establish and maintain strong partnerships with internal teams and retail stakeholders.

Candidate Profile

• Prior experience in category management or category analysis within the FMCG sector.
• Demonstrates strong commercial insight combined with analytical abilities.
• Proficient with data tools such as NielsenIQ, Circana, Kantar, Dunnhumby, or equivalent platforms.
• Effective communicator capable of presenting insights to diverse stakeholder groups.

What This Role Offers

• Competitive salary between £45,000 and £50,000.
• Hybrid working arrangement to support work-life balance.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to join a well-established branded FMCG organization with a significant market presence.