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Category Insight Manager

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United Kingdom, Surrey

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45000.00 - 60000.00 GBP / Year

Job Description:

A wonderful chance to join this ambient food manufacturer as a Category Insight Manager. Supplying both own-label and branded products to all major UK retailers and foodservice customers, this role is key to driving data-led sales growth and category development. Reporting to the Marketing Manager and working closely with senior leadership, you will provide detailed, account-specific category insights and strategic market analysis. You'll play a pivotal role in shaping customer strategies through actionable recommendations and compelling presentations.

Job Responsibility:

  • Lead the development and delivery of in-depth category insights and market analysis to support sales and marketing teams
  • Create engaging, data-driven customer presentations for retail and foodservice accounts
  • Develop and maintain regular market and competitor reports using industry-standard data platforms (e.g., Circana, NielsenIQ, Kantar)
  • Provide proactive recommendations to maximise growth opportunities based on market trends
  • Collaborate across teams including sales, marketing, procurement, technical, supply chain, and finance
  • Drive the evolution of the company's research capabilities to support strategic decision-making
  • Manage ad-hoc research projects and insights assignments

Requirements:

  • Degree (2:1 or above) in a relevant data, numerical, or business discipline
  • Strong experience in data analytics, preferably within food or FMCG
  • Experience working with market data platforms such as Circana, NielsenIQ, or Kantar is highly desirable
  • Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills with the ability to translate complex data into clear, concise insights
  • Analytical mindset with excellent attention to detail and strong time-management skills
  • Self-motivated, autonomous, and a collaborative team player with a passion for professional growth

Nice to have:

Experience working with market data platforms such as Circana, NielsenIQ, or Kantar

What we offer:
  • Competitive salary £45,000 - £60,000 plus discretionary and employee ownership trust (EOT) bonus
  • Matched pension contributions up to 5%
  • Private healthcare and life insurance
  • Hybrid working with work-from-home Fridays
  • Free breakfast provided onsite
  • 23 days holiday, increasing with length of service

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 14, 2025

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
Hybrid work
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