Senior Category Manager

Senior Category Manager When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. Onsite, Lincoln Benefits * 4.5 working week, finishing at 12:30pm on a Friday * 26 days annual leave, plus bank holidays * Company bonus scheme * Enhanced pension contributions * Private Health Insurance * Life Assurance & critical illness cover * Onsite Parking * Discounts platform * Long service celebrations * Employee Assistance Programme * Free fruit & potatoes * Electric salary sacrifice car scheme * Flu vaccines * Refer a friend scheme The company From our sites in Lincoln, Scotland and the South West, we supply some of the largest retail, wholesale and food manufacturing customers in the UK. Our expertise goes much further than just supply and demand. We offer our customers real innovation, whether developing new potato varieties, packaging solutions or cutting-edge processes. And it’s not just fresh potatoes. We're also continually developing our great range of innovative, ready-to-cook prepared vegetables. At Branston we thrive to be the best, through our values and invest in our people. This is a fast-paced environment and looking for someone who is adaptable in their approach. Are you looking for a new role where you can develop your career? As Senior Category Manager, you'll use consumer and category insights to deliver practical commercial solutions. You will build strong customer relationships and act as the key connection between internal teams and external partners. What you will be doing: * Develop Branston categories through qualitative and quantitative research, insight & trends * Develop strong category relationships both internally and externally * Strategic reviews of major trends and opportunities * Drive short and long term actionable consumer and category insights to deliver commercial solutions * Create and implement yearly trade marketing plans for our categories * Review and deliver categories, recommendations and new product launches * Using Dunnhumby to gain insights on shoppers, formats, tiers to assist with decision making process * Create monthly action plans addressing needs of the category * Support the Sales & Marketing team in Brand development What we want from you: Essential Strong background in FMCG and retail, with a genuine passion for food and consumer trends. Experience working as an own label Category Manager, complemented by brand experience Skilled at building effective relationships at all levels through clear, persuasive communication. Proficient in data analytics platforms, including Dunnhumby, Nielsen, and IRI, with the ability to translate data into actionable insights and strategic recommendations. Proficient IT skills, including Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel and Word Experienced in leading meetings and coordinating cross-functional teams to deliver results. Highly creative, with a track record of developing innovative solutions and initiatives. Desirable Business degree or relevant qualification