Category Analyst (Executive)
UK Visa Sponsorship Analytics
Occupation TypeData analysts
Occupation Code Skill LevelMedium Skilled
Sponsorship Salary Threshold
£41,700
(£21.38 per hour)
Standard minimum applies
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Description
BAT is evolving at pace into a global multi-category business. Our purpose is to create A Better Tomorrow™ by Building a Smokeless World.
To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to join us on this journey! Tomorrow can’t wait, let’s shape it together!
British American Tobacco UK has an exciting opportunity for a Category Analyst in Chiswick, London
The Category Analyst, working closely with the customer-facing team (Category Manager and Key Account Manager) and internal stakeholder will turn shoppers, market and category insights into compelling growth opportunities. The role holder is expected to use data, trends and commercial thinking to support the business to influence decision-making, shape winning category strategies and deliver standout performance for BAT and our Customers.
This is a commercially focused Category Growth role, centred on insight, influence and customer relationship. The role holder is expected to combine analysis with actions, supporting the category manager and working autonomously partnering with teams across the business uncovering opportunities and making a real impact on category growth and customer success.
Your Key Responsibilities Will Include
To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to join us on this journey! Tomorrow can’t wait, let’s shape it together!
British American Tobacco UK has an exciting opportunity for a Category Analyst in Chiswick, London
The Category Analyst, working closely with the customer-facing team (Category Manager and Key Account Manager) and internal stakeholder will turn shoppers, market and category insights into compelling growth opportunities. The role holder is expected to use data, trends and commercial thinking to support the business to influence decision-making, shape winning category strategies and deliver standout performance for BAT and our Customers.
This is a commercially focused Category Growth role, centred on insight, influence and customer relationship. The role holder is expected to combine analysis with actions, supporting the category manager and working autonomously partnering with teams across the business uncovering opportunities and making a real impact on category growth and customer success.
Your Key Responsibilities Will Include
- Supporting range reviews, helping protect core business and drive new product development (NPD) opportunities.
- Helping the customer facing team in building strong relationship with buyers and external partners to support category decision-making.
- Building strong relationship with buyers and external partners to support category decision making.
- Bringing the voice of the retailer into internal strategy discussion.
- Creating clear, concise reports and presentations using retailers’ tools (e.g. Nielsen, HIVE).
- Comply and implement activities in accordance with the rules of laws and regulations relating to environmental protection, safety at work and fire protection, and internal EHS or Sustainability standards and procedures.
What are we looking for?
We’re one of the few companies named as a Global Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute – certified in offering excellent employee conditions.
At BAT, we champion collaboration, inclusion, and partnership as the bedrock of our values. We wish to foster an environment where every individual can thrive, irrespective of factors such as gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, skills, experience, education, socio-economic and professional background, as well as diverse perspectives and thinking styles. We recognise that our streng
- Experience in category analyst / executive roles, working in fast paced companies, working with nicotine and Impulse FMCG categories.
- Strong analytical skills and high confidence working with data (Excel is essential).
- Ability to turn insight into clear compelling storytelling.
- Quantitative and qualitative analysis.
- Strong Communications skills with the ability to influence partners.
- Experience working with Convenience Channels retailers and Co-Op.
- Do you have category analyst or category executive working experience?
- Have you ever worked in a category customer facing role?
- We offer a market leading annual performance bonus (subject to eligibility)
- Our range of benefits varies by country and includes diverse health plans, initiatives for work-life balance, transportation support, and a flexible holiday plan with additional incentives.
- Your journey with us isn't limited by boundaries; it's propelled by your aspirations. Join us at BAT and become a part of an environment that thrives on internal advancement, where your career progression isn't just a statement – it's a reality we're eager to build together. Seize the opportunity and own your development; your next chapter starts here.
- You'll have access to online learning platforms and personalized growth programs to nurture your leadership skills.
- We prioritise continuous improvement within a transformative environment, preparing for ongoing changes.
We’re one of the few companies named as a Global Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute – certified in offering excellent employee conditions.
At BAT, we champion collaboration, inclusion, and partnership as the bedrock of our values. We wish to foster an environment where every individual can thrive, irrespective of factors such as gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, skills, experience, education, socio-economic and professional background, as well as diverse perspectives and thinking styles. We recognise that our streng
th lies in embracing talent from all walks of life, empowering us to develop our culture of inclusivity and better achieve our business objectives.
We view career breaks not as obstacles but as opportunities and encourage everyone, without hesitation, to apply. Through our Global Returners program, we provide support to professionals seeking to re-enter the workforce after an extended absence, be it for family care, parental leave, national service, sabbatical, or starting their own venture.
Come bring your difference and see what is possible for you at BAT. Learn more about our culture and our award winning employee experience here.
We take pride in being a Disability Confident Employer. If you need any reasonable adjustments or accommodations to be made during the recruitment process to support you performing at your best, please inform the recruitment partner who will be in touch should your profile be selected for the role you applied for. We are wholeheartedly committed to optimising your prospects of success by making suitable arrangements so that you may showcase your full potential.
We view career breaks not as obstacles but as opportunities and encourage everyone, without hesitation, to apply. Through our Global Returners program, we provide support to professionals seeking to re-enter the workforce after an extended absence, be it for family care, parental leave, national service, sabbatical, or starting their own venture.
Come bring your difference and see what is possible for you at BAT. Learn more about our culture and our award winning employee experience here.
We take pride in being a Disability Confident Employer. If you need any reasonable adjustments or accommodations to be made during the recruitment process to support you performing at your best, please inform the recruitment partner who will be in touch should your profile be selected for the role you applied for. We are wholeheartedly committed to optimising your prospects of success by making suitable arrangements so that you may showcase your full potential.