At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead category relationships and turn data insights into impactful recommendations.
- Company: Join KP Snacks, a dynamic FMCG leader with a collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, bonuses, healthcare, and generous holiday options.
- Other info: Embrace a workplace committed to inclusion and career development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by shaping customer partnerships and driving category growth.
- Qualifications: Experience in category management and strong analytical skills required.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 65000 £ per year.
Colleagues typically connect in person 3 days per week, as we know the best ideas and relationships grow when we collaborate side by side.
We are looking for a Category Manager - Grocery to join us at KP Snacks. The Category Manager role is a key part of KP Snacks. You will help us strengthen our customer partnerships, grow the category and ensure our brands are easy to shop and front of mind for shoppers. You will bring the voice of the retailer into KP, making sure we are focused on the right commercial priorities and creating solutions that grow the category while delivering strong results for KP Snacks.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with complex data, building strong relationships and turning insight into simple, compelling recommendations that drive action. We believe in rewarding our colleagues and helping them thrive.
- Competitive annual salary, annual salary review and annual bonus opportunity (target 5%), plus KP Pension Plan with up to 7% matched contributions
- 25 days holiday, with the option to buy up to five additional days, plus additional holiday after five years service
- Comprehensive healthcare including Single Cover Private Healthcare, Health Cash Plan, Digital GP and Employee Assistance Programme
- Electric Vehicle Car Scheme, supporting more sustainable and cost-effective travel
- KP4ME benefits platform with discounts, cashback and wellbeing support
- Enhanced family-friendly policies to support colleagues at every stage of life
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the category relationship for a major customer, building strong partnerships and influencing decisions through clear, insight-driven recommendations
- Support strategic category planning, providing analysis and insight to senior leadership and customer teams
- Provide market and customer insight to support customer-facing meetings, identify risks and opportunities, and build compelling category stories
- Shape and embed the customer category vision, working with the Head of Category and your Line Manager to align insight with customer and category opportunities
We are committed to inclusion. We are building a workplace where everyone belongs.
Requirements:
- Category management experience and confidence using market data to create clear commercial recommendations
- Strong analytical and commercial skills, able to simplify complex data into clear actions
- Ability to influence with impact, building strong internal and external relationships
- Drive, tenacity and strategic thinking, balancing day-to-day delivery with long-term planning
Category Manager - FMCG employer: KP Snacks
At KP Snacks, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation. Our Hellaby location provides employees with competitive benefits, including flexible shift patterns and opportunities for professional growth, ensuring that every team member can thrive in their career while enjoying a healthy work-life balance.
