Category Manager - 12 month Fixed Term Contract

Join our Category Team at The Compleat Food Group!

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Category Manager to join us on a 12 month fixed term contract!

You will be responsible for driving the strategic growth and profitability of assigned product categories. You will lead category planning, conduct market and consumer trend analysis, and collaborating closely with sales and procurement teams to develop and execute category strategies that align with business objectives.

Who We Are:

At The Compleat Food Group, we're on a mission to create delectable food that not only brings joy to your taste buds but also extends love to our planet. We fondly refer to it as 'Food to Feel Good' because we believe in savouring every bite whilst making a positive impact.

Our team of over 6,000 remarkable individuals forms the core of all that we undertake. Their genuine passion drives the creation of delectable products for UK consumers, prominent retailers, and our thrilling market-leading brands such as Wall's Pastry, Squeaky Bean, and Unearthed.

Working Hours: Monday to Friday 08:30-17:00, Friday 08:30-16:00

Location: Nottingham: This role will include lots of travelling to sites and customers

Your duties will include:

• Support in the delivery of Category Plans, working as a key part of the customer natural work team to lead the category growth agenda.
• Use insight and data analysis to ensure that category leadership is at the heart of decision making in order to deliver the TCFG growth agenda
• Monthly downloading of all market and category data from the relevant retailer system
• Manage and develop performance report by subsector, sector and total category for each relevant product area – present at customer meetings as required
• Populate the slides for the external monthly reports using EPOS and market data, along with performance commentary and observations/recommendations to drive growth, issuing to the customer and attending monthly update meetings as required.
• Manage and update the internal promotional performance tracker using EPOS and shopper data across relevant categories.
• Manage the internal range maps for the relevant retailer
• Create and issue frequent business updates (both for internal company and external customer use), eg npd launches and seasonal events.

Skills, Experience and Qualifications:

• Be highly numerate with a logical & analytical approach to problem solving
• PC Literate & have working expertise of Microsoft Excel & PowerPoint
• Have experience of using retailer data management systems
• Have excellent communication, presentation skills both verbal & written, with the required experience to present to external customers
• Have the ability to work under pressure with desire to ‘go the extra mile’ when required
• Possess strong organisational skills & ability to prioritise workload
• Be able to demonstrate ability to use initiative & exceed expectations
• Have strength of conviction & ability to present reasoned & well researched recommendations
• Be sensitive in handling highly confidential data, misuse will result in loss of status within customer
• Have experience in building relationships both internally and externally
• Experience of working for or working with a leading UK Major Multiple retailer, or within the convenience sector
• The ability to use data analysis to create insightful actions
• Driving Licence - desirable

Benefits:

• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• 2 Employee Volunteering Days per year
• Online and High-street retailer discount scheme
• Employee well-being and community support groups
• Informal and Formal training opportunities with personalised online LMS platform
• Charity Initiatives and Team events
• 24/7 Access to Grocery Aid (Free Financial, Emotional and Practical Support)
• Physical Wellbeing Benefits – Free on demand exercise hub and various gym discounts.
• Online Wellbeing benefits
• Free Financial wellbeing – mortgage calculators, budget tools, financial aid tools
• Holiday Discounts via Online Retail Discount

The Compleat Food Group fosters an inclusive, respectful culture where everyone feels safe, supported, and valued. We welcome diverse talent, knowing it drives exceptional results and a better workplace.

We are committed to Fairness, Equity, Inclusivity, and Respect, we ensure all colleagues can thrive by bringing their whole selves to work. As an equal opportunity’s employer, we provide all the support you need to succeed.

Contact us with any questions about Diversity & Inclusion or accessibility during the application process.

Recruitment Agencies:

We have a small, active and trusted Preferred Supplier List to assist us if required. We do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions. We only accept CV submissions for roles released to you directly by our Talent Acquisition team.

If you would be interested in working with us please send a message and should we have any roles we need additional support with we will reach out to you.

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