Category Manager

Ref: AS6911512

Chertsey, Surrey

£45,000

• Permanent
• Pet Products
• Consumer Insights
• Go-To-Market Strategy

About the candidate

A commercially focused category and consumer marketing professional with a strong background in the pet products sector. They bring hands-on experience across category development, market analysis and product marketing, using data and consumer insight to shape product positioning, pricing and go-to-market activity.

They are collaborative, proactive and comfortable working with cross-functional teams to launch products, improve brand visibility and identify new growth opportunities. They are looking for a permanent role and are available to start in two weeks.

What makes them great?

• Proven Sales Growth: Helped deliver around a 20% year-on-year increase in sales volume through targeted category activity and effective marketing campaigns.
• Strong Pet Sector Knowledge: Brings experience across pet accessories, pet supplies retail and consumer goods, with a clear understanding of shopper behaviour in this space.
• Collaborative Commercial Approach: Confident partnering with marketing, product and sales teams to turn insights into practical plans that support brand performance.

Areas of expertise

• Data-Led Category Planning: Skilled in analysing sales performance, market trends and consumer behaviour to support commercial decision-making.
• Go-To-Market Strategy: Experienced in supporting product launches, campaign execution and brand positioning across pet product ranges.
• Consumer And Market Insight: Strong background in identifying customer needs, competitor activity and growth opportunities across consumer goods and retail environments.