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Own and shape the UK Category function for one of the world's leading confectionery businesses.
Storck - the name behind iconic confectionery brands like Werther's Original, Toffifee and Bendicks - is seeking a Category & Insight Manager to lead its UK Category team. This is the most senior category role in the UK business, reporting directly to the UK Marketing Director, and managing a team of two.
A unique opportunity to drive real impact as Storck continues its UK growth journey. The UK has been identified as a strategic growth market by the German Head Office HQ, and with a highly collaborative, values-driven culture, you'll be joining at a pivotal time.
As Category & Insight Manager, you will:
* Lead the UK category function, owning the vision, strategy and delivery across all channels (particularly grocery).
* Translate data into powerful insight using tools like Circana, Kantar Worldpanel, Bridgethorne, and dunnhumby etc.
* Shape strategic brand and customer plans, working closely with Marketing, Sales, and Shopper teams.
* Build best-in-class relationships with key grocery retailers, using insight to influence ranging, space and merchandising.
* Manage agency partnerships and foster cross-market collaboration with the German HQ.
* Lead, coach and develop two direct reports
What Success Looks Like
* Becoming a trusted partner internally and externally - particularly with key grocery retailers.
* Influencing strategic decisions at a brand and customer level using robust data and insight.
* Managing your team effectively and helping to build a stronger grocery presence for Storck UK.
* Delivering clear, actionable recommendations that support both brand equity and commercial results.
What We're Looking For
* FMCG category management experience - Ideally within Food or Drink but other categories will be considered.
* Strong experience working with grocery retailers in a commercial or insight-led capacity.
* Someone who can think strategically, influence stakeholders, and communicate insights with impact.
* Ideally people management experience - or ready to step up and lead a small team.
* A natural collaborator who fits a people-first, family-business culture.
Why Join Storck?
* A rare opportunity to lead a function and shape its future, with high visibility and autonomy.
* A supportive, collaborative team and a business that truly lives its values.
* Hybrid working model (3 days in the office / 2 days home), with modern offices in Basingstoke.
Desired Skills and Experience
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Marketing
* Industries
Food and Beverage Manufacturing
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