Category Development Manager – Contract

Salt is working with a global leader in the beverage industry who are seeking an experienced Category Development Manager to play a crucial role in identifying customer trends and influencing buying behaviors within the product lines.

• 6-month immediate start contract
• Day rate DOE, Inside IR35
• Hybrid working in London (not negotiable)

You will:

— Work closely with partner organisations to identify customer trends and influencer customer buying behavior to maximize profit in a given category of products

— Provide analysis and deliver insight that links financial reports to business strategy

— Conduct research to identify high-potential customer demographics to boost sales, and develop and maintain training programs to maximise product sales and grow

You will need:

— Strong experience in category development and data analysis, with excellent excel and powerpoint skills

— Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work effectively with external customers

— Experience with Nielsen and IRI data systems, and ideally a minimum of 5 years in the FMCG industry, preferably with a background in the impulse buying sector