Category Manager - Grocery (4-Month FTC)

Hybrid (Home and Office)We''re seeking an experienced

Category Manager

to join a high-performing FMCG business, working on leading grocery accounts with a focus on

Asda and Sainsbury''s . This role will see you using your analytical skills and category insight expertise to drive growth, identify opportunities, and shape customer strategy.Key Responsibilities:Manage category relationships with major grocery accounts, tailoring strategies to drive mutual growth

Analyse Nielsen and other data sources to generate actionable insights

Identify category opportunities, risks, and performance gaps to inform commercial decisions

Support account teams with category rationale for range, promotions, and NPD

Lead category-focused projects such as range optimisation and promotional deep dives

Collaborate closely with sales, marketing, and insight teams to deliver strategic initiatives

About You:Proven category management experience in FMCG (4+ years), ideally within the grocery sector

Strong understanding of grocery retail market dynamics

Confident in using Nielsen analytics to inform decision-making

Able to translate data into compelling selling stories

Collaborative team player who thrives in a friendly yet high-performing culture

Comfortable working on short-term projects with immediate impact

Contract Details:4-month FTC

with potential for extension

Hybrid working arrangement

Two-stage interview process (chemistry call + competency-based interview)

Fast-track start date due to immediate business need

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