Category Manager Tesco
Category Manager (Tesco Customer)
Who We Are:
At The Compleat Food Group were not just serving up great food, were creating an environment where our people can thrive. As one of the leading chilled prepared food manufacturers in the UK food industry, we believe that our employees are the secret ingredient to our success. Were passionate about fostering a culture where quality, innovation, collaboration, and personal growth are at the forefront.
Location: Redhill, RG1 3AS (hybrid)
Hours: Monday Thursday, 8:30 17:00, Friday, 8:30 16:00
Salary: £48,000 + car allowance
Key Duties:
To provide analytical support, category and consumer insight and help deliver customer category plans across all supplied areas to support a growth agenda.
Work cross-functionally with the internal Commercial and Development teams to ensure there is a two-way supply of information and insight sharing that drives opportunities to enhance performance
Identify current trends to make informed decisions on the future direction of the category.
Monthly downloading of all market and category data from the relevant retailer system.
Manage and develop performance reports by category and subsector for relevant product areas, presenting at customer meetings as required.
Manage data input for internal and external monthly reports using EPOS and market data, along with performance commentary and recommendations that drive performance.
Manage and update internal promotional performance tracker using EPOS and shopper data.
Coordinate internal range maps for the relevant retailer
Create and issue frequent internal and external business updates. E.g. NPD launches and seasonal event autopsy
Knowledge, Experience and Skills:
Experience of working in a similar role either for or with a leading UK major retailer
Have experience of using retailer data management systems such as Kantar, Circana, Dunnhumby or NiQ.
Be highly numerate with a logical and analytical approach to problem solving.
Good IT skills including Microsoft Office
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Possess strong organisational skills and ability to prioritise workload.
Be able to demonstrate ability to use initiative
Have experience in building relationships both internally and externally
The ability to use data analysis to create insightful actions.
Driving licence due to regular travel requirements
Benefits to include:
Car Allowance
Bonus
Pension 4%/4%
Hybrid working
33 days annual leave
2 Employee Volunteering Days per year
Online and High-street retailer discount scheme
Employee well-being and community support groups
Charity Initiatives and Team events
24/7 Access to Grocery Aid (Free Financial, Emotional and Practical Support)
The Compleat Food Group fosters an inclusive, respectful culture where everyone feels safe, supported, and valued. We welcome diverse talent, knowing it drives exceptional results and a better workplace.
We are committed to Fairness, Equity, Inclusivity, and Respect, we ensure all colleagues can thrive by bringing their whole selves to work. As an equal opportunitys employer, we provide all the support you need to succeed.
Contact us with any questions about Diversity & Inclusion or accessibility during the application process.
Recruitment Agencies:
We have a small, active and trusted Preferred Supplier List to assist us if required. We do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions. We only accept CV submissions for roles released to you directly by our Talent Acquisition team.
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