Category Executive (Sainsburys)

Our client is a blue-chip branded food business who are leaders in major food categories.

On their behalf I am recruiting for a Category Executive to work in line with the a top 4 grocery retailer.

In order to help shape strategy and continue to be category leaders they are recruiting a Category Executive to manager a key retailer and support the Category Controller.

Some of the responsibilities of this role include: 

• Working closely with the Category and Sales teams to create any necessary regular reports using customer data sources
• Work with merchandising team to build capabilities, develop fixture plans and develop relationships with the retailers merchandising team
• Be an expert across all information sources, working with and analyzing market data
• Building strong cross-functional relationships – internal / external
• Provide actionable insights to both internal and external stakeholders

To be successful in this role you will be:

• Retail or FMCG manufacturer experience
• Highly numerate
• Computer literate
• Technical skills in data manipulation
• Analytical ability & naturally inquisitive
• Ability to present data and insights in a concise and insightful manner
• Good organisation & communication skills

This is a fantastic opportunity to make your next step in your career in Category Management in an environment that will challenge and develop you. You will be rewarded for your work and the value you can add through an attractive salary and package.

A full detailed job description will be provided on application.

If you do not hear back within 7 days unfortunately the relevant consultant has decided not to progress with your application. We are a specialist in the consumer sector and as such most of our vacancies require candidates with experience in the consumer market. We will therefore retain your details and contact you if we can be of some assistance to you in your search.