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A highly ethical certified B Corp FMCG organisation, who uses their business as a force of good is looking for a Category Manager to join their team and support the category agenda across key UK Grocery retailers.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES To be lead Category Manager for UK Grocery AccountsBuild category relationships with the internal and external customer teams so that you understand the needs, motivations, and aspirations of both businesses, producing win:win category recommendationsHelp curate, develop and deploy the Category Vision internally, leading the entire organisation towards a Category-First mentalityProvide ad hoc support on ROS, Distribution and Category inputs for NPD projectsEquip and encourage the business to make category responsible Core E/NPD decisionsKEY REQUIREMENTSExcellent commercial skillsAn understanding of Category Fundamentals vs Management vs LeadershipProactive do-er, keen to be involved in the success of the teamAbility to thrive in an entrepreneurial, fast paced environmentRelationship building skills getting the best out of others to achieve the planThe ability to influence others through your flexible styleA results focussed mindset with the ability to never never give up and find solutions to challengesExperience of online retailingPassionate about systems with the ability to utilise technology for continuous improvementPassion for the brand and what the business stands for improving lives through healthy relationships with foodADVANTAGEOUS EXPERIENCE Nielsen AnswersIRI Plussuitei2CDunnhumbyKantarSpace PlanningRetailer relationships, ideally with top four supermarketsFlexibility to work between home and the office (Reading, on ave. 2 days a week)45,000 - 55,000 + Bonus + Pension + Healthcare