Category Manager – FMCG

Location:

Dublin West

Salary:

Negotiable

Role:

Permanent

Ref:

674

Our client is currently looking for a Category Manager join their Marketing team. The role is responsible for analysing market data and from this developing and implementing category plans for a variety of FMCG products.

Responsibilities:

•  To analyse the market, customers, products and competition and from this develop category planning initiatives for the future of all the products in the portfolio
• To analyse data from the business from both a volume and value aspect and to incorporate this information into category plans to ensure correct product placement in the marketplace and to aid positive future growth for the product
• To develop a strategic approach of how to implement plans practically and with little error
• To communicate regularly with various account managers and sales representatives to ensure that all current market information is up to date and accurate  
• To develop category and marketing plans where necessary
• To delivery category plan on a regular basis
• To communicate the category plan internally with all relevant account managers and sales staff

Requirements:

•  1 to 3 years experience required in a similar, category management role within an FMCG organisation
• Degree qualification required
• Excellent Microsoft Office Skills
• Experience working in a fast moving environment