Category Executive (Buying)

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Our client:Leading food organisation working across all out of home sectors both public and private sectorFantastic culture focused on personal development that offers flexible hybrid workingClear strategy focused on sales and profit growth. Research and insights are at the centre of decision makingThe role:As category executive you will support the category managers and the development of growth campaigns to increase market share and drive revenue with customers.The category executive will analyse market trends and customer insights to inform product and category strategiesThe category executive is responsible for identifying new growth opportunities and developing category management plans to meet customer and business needsThe category executive will collaborate cross-functionally with Buying, Sales, and Suppliers to ensure effective execution of category strategiesYou will also coordinate with the campaign and activation team for effective promotionsAs category executive you will be involved in supporting both own brand and branded business across various channels.Proven experience in a commercial setting or a related role, preferably within the food or retail industryStrong analytical skills with the ability to identify trends and opportunities in dataYou will be a creative thinker with a flair for innovation and “thinking outside the box”Excellent relationship-building and stakeholder communication skills, you will also have strong negotiation skills and have a result focussed mindset towards delivering success.Passion for food and understanding of consumer needs are advantageousConfident in working cross-functionally with internal departments and external suppliersBenefits and details:Hybrid Working – 2 days a week in the office, 3 days a week from homePensionGenuinely lovely culture with low staff turnover and a collaborative environmentPlease send your CV using the form on this page, quoting reference
16/17432/7 . Confidentiality assured.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 search our vacancies on our website.Seven Search and Selection Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary (interim) workers. By applying for this job you accept the TandC’s, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.Seniority level
Seniority level Mid-Senior levelEmployment type
Employment type Full-timeJob function
Job function OtherIndustries Food and Beverage Services and Food and Beverage ManufacturingReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Seven Search and Selection Ltd by 2xSign in to set job alerts for “Category Specialist” roles.
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