Overview
Our client, a growing consumer goods manufacturer, is looking for a Category Manager to join their friendly and supportive team. This new role has come about due to continued growth and will suit someone with a few years’ product experience who’s ready to take the next step.
Responsibilities
* Manage product lines by analyzing sales and market trends, supporting new product launches, and collaborating with cross-functional teams across the business.
* Conduct market and competitor research to spot trends, gaps, and opportunities across multiple consumer goods markets.
* Analyse sales, pricing, and margin data using Excel (VLOOKUPs) and Power BI to support forecasting and decision making.
* Collaborate with design, marketing, and sales teams to manage new and existing product lines from research through to marketing.
* Take ownership of product categories, refreshing existing ranges and supporting the introduction of new lines.
Essential Experience / Skills / Qualifications
* Familiarity with consumer goods or retail markets.
* Confident Excel user, ability to perform VLOOKUPs.
* Strong analytical abilities.
Job Details
* Position: Category Manager (Permanent)
* Hours: Monday to Thursday, 8:30 – 17:30, Friday 8:30 – 16:30 (Flexitime)
* Location: Andover
Company Benefits
* Hybrid working including 1 day working from home after probationary period
* Health Insurance
* Shares Purchasing Scheme
* Free parking
How to Apply
If you feel you’re a good fit for this position, please click ‘apply’, email Emily@owendaniels.co.uk or call 01276 300100.
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