Are you ready to launch an exciting career in the fast-paced world of FMCG? DCS Group is offering a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious, curious, and analytical individual to join us as a Category Executive.
Whether you're a recent graduate or looking to pivot into a new area, this is your chance to step into a dynamic and fast-evolving role where you’ll receive full training, hands-on experience, and the opportunity to learn from some of the best in the business.
Working alongside a passionate team and reporting to the Senior Category Manager, you’ll gain deep insights into consumer behaviour, market trends, and retail strategy—all while helping to drive growth and innovation for leading brands.
What You'll Be Doing
Work directly with customers to identify category gaps, new product opportunities, and range optimisation strategies.
Present actionable customer and supplier insights in a clear, concise, and engaging format.
Conduct regular store and depot visits to enhance your understanding of on-shelf execution and merchandising.
Insight Generation & Analysis
Support and deliver best-in-class, impartial category and ranging projects for customers and suppliers.
Build and present compelling category reports and performance dashboards to drive business decisions.
Use multiple data sources to spot trends and turn insights into data-driven recommendations that improve category performance.
About You
We’re looking for someone who is:
A natural storyteller: You can transform data into engaging and commercially focused narratives.
A relationship builder: You thrive in a collaborative environment and enjoy creating solutions that work for all.
Customer-focused: You understand what makes customers tick and know how to deliver value.
Your Skills & Experience
Some experience in a junior category, sales, or commercial role is ideal.
FMCG background is a strong plus, but not essential.
Confident Excel user (pivot tables, XLOOKUPs, IF statements, conditional formatting, etc.).
Strong communicator who’s comfortable working cross-functionally.
Full UK driving licence is essential.
Why DCS Group?
At DCS, we believe in developing talent and promoting from within. You’ll be part of a supportive and innovative team, with opportunities to learn, grow, and make a real impact from day one.
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