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Category Development Executive

Employer
Seven Search & Selection
Location
London (Central), London (Greater)
Salary
£30-35k Plus Package
Closing date
19 Oct 2018

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

Job Details

Category Development Executive – Fantastic role for Junior Category professional looking to be based in Central London – up to £35k!  

Are you looking for a role where you can influence Retailers decisions? Where you can grow your career? And work in Central London?

We have a fantastic Central London based Category Executive role for a leading private label foods business. This is a great opportunity to join this high growth business where you would use the best Category Data / Tools to drive leading insight on how to build and drive sustainable Category growth for both the business and their retail partners. This is a fantastic opportunity for anyone who has 12-24 months experience who is looking to make an impact and progress their career within the Food & Drink industry.

The primary purpose of this role is to provide timely and actionable insights to both the internal teams (Sales, Marketing & Innovation) and the Customer/Channel, so as to grow the business and be seen as a credible Thought Leader and Trusted Advisor in Range and Merchandising. You will be responsible for keeping the business aware of range and distribution gaps; develop insight-based selling stories for any innovation which is aligned to the Category Plan; and support the Commercial team by owning the Category evaluation and ROI of instore tactics. The business is medium sized with relatively lean Commercial team so your voice will be heard and this is an opportunity to have a significance impact & influence over business & Retailer decisions.

To be considered for this position you must have:

  • A minimum of 12-24 months Insights experience within a retail or commercial environment  years (supplier or data agency)
  • Strong analytical skills with an aptitude to distill multiples data sources into digestible insights.
  • Effective communicator
  • Demonstrable ability to flex style so as to effectively influence key stakeholders
  • Effective time management skills, to include the ability to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously and push back when needed.

This is a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about building a career within Category within a leading private label food business in London If you want to take the step to accelerate you career then please apply now! Please send your CV to recruitment@workwithseven.com

Whilst we would like to respond to all our on-line applicants, regrettably we are unable to do so due to the high volumes we receive. If you do not hear back within 14 days unfortunately the relevant consultant has decided not to progress with your application. For alternative opportunities please visit the workwithseven website

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Company

Seven is a leading provider of multi-functional recruitment solutions in Consumer Goods & Retail, covering roles in Sales, Marketing, Head Office functions, Category, Operations and Manufacturing. We provide executive search and selection as well as award-winning RPO services and interim solutions.

"One of the leaders in FMCG recruitment" - client feedback, Bayer.

"Having worked with some of the biggest names in recruitment, I would recommend Seven above all." - client feedback, Mars UK.

We are 20 passionate sector experts working from our London and Leeds offices. Take a look at our website to see all vacancies and learn more!

Company info
Website
Telephone
0330 010 8327
Location
Yorkshire House, Greek Street
Leeds
West Yorkshire
LS1 5SH
United Kingdom

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