Are you passionate about uncovering insights that influence business decisions and drive growth? Do you enjoy transforming data into actionable recommendations that shape category strategy, support customer conversations and deliver commercial results?
We're looking for a Category Insights Manager to become the voice of the shopper, consumer and category within a growing FMCG business.
Client Details
Our client is a growing international FMCG business with an entrepreneurial culture and an impressive portfolio of market-leading brands. Operating across multiple global markets, they combine the agility and visibility of a smaller organisation with the strength and investment of established consumer brands.
Focused on an exciting and fast-moving category, the business is continuing to invest in growth, innovation and talent. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a collaborative team where your insights and recommendations will have genuine influence on commercial decision making and future business success.
Description
- Lead category, shopper and consumer insight analysis to identify growth opportunities and support strategic decision making.
- Analyse EPOS, retail and market data to deliver actionable recommendations, performance reporting and category reviews.
- Monitor category trends, competitor activity and promotional performance to identify risks and opportunities.
- Partner with Sales and Marketing teams to develop insight-led recommendations, customer presentations and growth strategies.
- Support forecasting, commercial planning, innovation projects and new product launches through data-driven analysis.
- Manage relationships with external insight partners, ensuring the business maximises the value of available data and research.
Profile
- Experience within Category Insights, Category Development, Category Analysis or Consumer Insights in an FMCG environment.
- Strong experience using IRI, Nielsen, Kantar, retailer EPOS or similar data sources.
- Advanced analytical skills with the ability to interpret large data sets and identify key business opportunities.
- Confident translating data into clear commercial recommendations and compelling narratives.
- Strong presentation and stakeholder management skills.
- Highly organised, curious and commercially minded.
- Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills.
Job Offer
- A highly influential insights role with visibility across the entire business.
- Opportunity to shape category strategy and commercial decision making.
- Exposure to senior leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.
- Collaborative and supportive culture.
- Hybrid working and flexible environment.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
Category Insights Manager in London employer: Michael Page Marketing Careers
As a Product Planning Lead at our global technology and manufacturing organisation, you will thrive in a dynamic work culture that prioritises innovation and customer satisfaction. With a competitive salary, hybrid working model, and comprehensive benefits including private healthcare and generous annual leave, we are committed to fostering your professional growth and providing a supportive environment where your contributions directly impact product success across Europe.
Contact Details:
Michael Page Marketing Careers Recruitment Team
