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1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicants Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. This range is provided by FMCG Selection. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay rangeDirect message the job poster from FMCG Selection Step up and shape the future of one of the UK’s fastest-growing bakery brands The Opportunity Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Whether you’re currently a Category Executive or working in an insights role and eager to move up, this is your chance to join a market-leading, innovation-driven bakery business as their newCategory Manager . With a reputation for excellence and a product portfolio that includes both beloved brands and own-label lines, this company is rewriting the rules in the bakery category. From everyday breads to premium morning goods, their products are found in homes across the UK and increasingly, across the globe. Backed by five years of impressive growth, from £200m to £400m in revenue, they’ve launched the fastest-growing bakery brand in the UK and continue to expand through bold NPD, a new state-of-the-art European production facility, and success across Retail, Wholesale, Foodservice, and Export channels. Now, as demand continues to soar, they’re looking to bring in an ambitious, data-savvyCategory Managerto join their award-winning team. What You’ll Do As Category Manager, you’ll use your insights expertise and commercial awareness to drive category performance across major UK grocery retailers. You’ll act as the bridge between sales and marketing, translating data into strategy, and strategy into results. Key Responsibilities: Own and manage category performance across key UK Grocery accounts Build collaborative relationships with retail partners, supporting with data-led insights and ad hoc analysis Identify trends and growth opportunities to shape category strategies Lead compelling presentations for both internal stakeholders and retail partners—including brand planning sessions and reviews Support listings and distribution growth with robust, insight-backed rationale Keep a finger on the pulse of the market through competitor analysis and regular store visits Who We’re Looking For You’ll ideally have 2–3 years’ experience in a Category or Insights role within food or FMCG, and be ready for a step up. You’ll be commercially astute, naturally curious, and confident in turning data into actionable insights. If you love spotting trends, influencing decisions, and seeing your ideas make a tangible impact, this is the role for you. Key Skills: Strong analytical mindset and advanced Excel skills Excellent communication and stakeholder management A good understanding of shopper behaviour and UK grocery retail Confident presenting complex data in a clear, engaging way Commercially driven, collaborative, and ready to grow with the business Location: Hybrid working – 2–3 days per week at the company’s Bedfordshire HQ Salary & Benefits: Interested? For more information or a confidential chat, reach out toNikki Bott , . 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