Kickstart your career as a Marketing Category Assistant
Location: Long Eaton
Contract Basis: Permanent
Pay Rate: to be discussed on application
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Marketing Category Assistant to join a dynamic marketing and product management environment.
The Marketing Category Assistant will support the category management team across a wide range of product and commercial activities, gaining hands‑on exposure to product lifecycle management, market analysis, and go‑to‑market strategies.
Why Join?
This role offers a strong foundation for career development within category management and marketing. You will gain practical experience across multiple disciplines, working closely with experienced professionals while building analytical, commercial, and organisational skills.
This position is the unsung hero of marketing, focusing more on data-driven marketing (with a sprinkle of creative marketing!) and provides clear progression opportunities into more senior roles over time!
Key Responsibilities of the Marketing Category Assistant:
- Provide administrative and organisational support to the category management team
- Assist in gathering and maintaining market, competitor, and consumer data
- Support the preparation of reports, presentations, and analysis
- Maintain product databases, pricing files, and key documentation
- Coordinate product samples and support new product development tracking
- Assist in compiling sales and performance reports
- Support pricing and margin analysis under guidance
- Help coordinate product launches and marketing materials
- Ensure accurate product information across internal and external platforms
- Support promotional activities and track performance
- Liaise with suppliers, agencies, and internal teams as required
- Build product and category knowledge to support wider business functions
Hours:
Hours: Full-time (37 hours per week) – Monday-Thursday (onsite) 08.00-17.00, Friday (remote) 08.00-13.00
Ready to Join the Team?
If you are a proactive and detail-oriented Marketing Category Assistant looking to develop your career, this opportunity offers the perfect next step. The Marketing Category Assistant role is ideal for individuals eager to learn and grow within a commercial environment.
Key Skills:
Category Assistant, Marketing, Product Management, Data Analysis, Market Research, Product Lifecycle, Excel, Commercial Analysis, Reporting, Administration
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Category Assistant in Long Eaton employer: Apex Recruitment Services
Join a dynamic manufacturing environment in Long Eaton as a Manufacturing Team Leader, where you will not only lead and develop production teams but also play a crucial role in driving continuous improvement. Our company fosters a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth, offering hands-on leadership opportunities and the chance to influence operational excellence. With competitive pay and flexible working hours, this role is perfect for those looking to advance their career while making a meaningful impact.
