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Category Insight Manager

United Kingdom, Westhoughton · Job Posted April 19, 2026
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We have an excellent opportunity within Commercial Department for a Category Insight Manager. The role is a full time permanent position working Monday to Friday 08.30 - 17.00. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving and delivering the agreed category vision. Delivery of projects as well as working alongside the Commercial Managers to maximise profitable growth.

Job Responsibility

  • Drive and deliver the agreed category vision
  • Delivery of projects
  • Work alongside the Commercial Managers to maximise profitable growth
  • Ensure excellent Customer Relations are maintained in a professional manner by supporting our customers with best-in-class category management
  • Prepare and deliver monthly category scorecard and market updates, both internally and externally
  • Manage the ongoing supply of category research requirements with agencies and present findings both internally and externally
  • Manage weekly insight snap-shots of competitor activity and notify the business of any key changes in the market
  • Manage the Brandbank process alongside NPD
  • Be an integral part of the customer strategy days and product submission sessions
  • Analyse and make recommendations to macro space and merchandising layouts in line with the category vision and customer decision tree
  • Review the effectiveness of promotions and make recommendations as to future mechanics
  • Work as a team member within the Commercial function and Stateside as a whole and be prepared to offer assistance and advice to all colleagues
  • Attend and present key category insight findings to different stakeholders requiring differing approaches and styles
  • Manage and support our customers with marketing activity that will drive category sales and growth
  • Engage with internal and external colleagues to create positive working networks
  • Use data effectively on ad hoc projects to help customers make decisions that are right for the market and the customer

Requirements

  • Passionate about working with customers with an understanding of UK Grocery retailers
  • Highly analytical with exceptional communication and presentation skills
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