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Category Manager - Grocery

Employer
IGNATA Retail & FMCG
Location
Middlesex
Salary
£45k - 50k per year + Car, Bonus
Closing date
19 Aug 2014

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Business Sector
Food & Drink
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
Function
Category Management, Marketing

Job Details

A leading food FMCG business based in Middlesex is seeking a bright and talented category manager to be responsible for their ASDA account.

The purpose of the role is to develop the category relationship with ASDA by providing them with category & shopper focused insight and building a long-term category development plan encompassing all of the category levers. Also, to continue to develop, tailor and implement the in-store vision for the product.  You will also work collaboratively with the cross-functional selling team to understand category and customer threats and opportunities, and build plans to realise growth.

Previous experience in category management from an FMCG supplier is essential as well as a strong analytical nature but also excellent communication skills as this is a customer facing role. Candidates will be adept at using excel and or database systems and have a passion for the FMCG sector.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a world leading business and progress your career. 

Company

Previously known as Exsurgo, Ignata was founded in 2011 and, in less than 10 years'​, we’ve grown to become one of the top 150 recruitment companies in the UK.

Specialising in Retail & FMCG, we are proud of the relationships we have developed and with 85% of our business coming from existing relationships, this is testament to the exceptional levels of service we provide.

Our areas of expertise are middle to senior management positions that focus on the customer. These include manager to director level positions across:

  • Account Management
  • Category Management
  • Commercial Strategy (MS & P)
  • Trade & Shopper Marketing
  • Marketing and Insights

We partner with an enviable list of clients; not just global brand leaders, but also many SMEs and emerging entrepreneurial businesses. Key to our success is that we align ourselves with clients who aren’t just good at what they do, but also have a strong ethos and the values that enable candidates to have successful and progressive careers.

Company info
Telephone
0203 056 4525
Location
7 Swallow Place
London
W1B2AG
GB

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