Take your career to the next level in category management with our client's dynamic and results-driven Assistant Category Manager role. This position is focused on maximising commercial opportunities across FMCG retail platforms.
Job Description
The Assistant Category Manager will collaborate closely with the Category Manager to develop and implement a strategic rolling business plan, aimed at optimising sales and achieving key financial targets. Key responsibilities include:
1. Developing and managing a rolling monthly/quarterly promotional plan to ensure alignment with KPIs.
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4. Collaborating with the Client Category Manager and Consumer Vendor Manager to evaluate new vendor partnerships and product opportunities.
5. Overseeing the end-to-end process of product selection, ensuring timely execution and sign-off by the client.
6. Working alongside the Client Category team to establish a robust exit strategy following promotional end dates.
7. Facilitating meetings with key vendors to communicate promotional opportunities and timelines effectively.
8. Managing point-of-sale and merchandising briefs to ensure complete and accurate promotional delivery.
9. Playing a crucial role in the design, funding, and approval processes for all point-of-sale materials produced for in-store execution.
Requirements
To be successful in this role, you will need:
* A minimum of 2-3 years of experience in a category management environment, ideally within the FMCG sector.
* Strong commercial acumen with a proven ability to drive results.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly PowerPoint and Excel; knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite is a plus.
* A relevant business degree is advantageous.
* Excellent relationship-building and influencing skills, with a strong emphasis on communication and integrity.
* Exceptional organisational and time management skills, capable of managing multiple tasks without losing focus.
* Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.