Job Title: Category Analyst
Location: Stevenage based with hybrid working (3/ 2 office split)
Salary £28,000-£32,000 depending on experience.
Henderson Brown are supporting our client in the recruitment of a Category Analyst. In this newly created position, the Category Analyst will carry out analysis and reporting of customer category data, consumer research, and market sales across categories.
Principle Accountabilities:
- Collaborating closely with the Category Manager, NPD, and Commercial teams to maintain sales information, retailer store category data, and data reporting.
- Providing regular market performance updates utilising various intelligence and insight sources such as Dunhumby, Circana, Kantar and IGD.
- Keeping abreast of market trends and innovations, reporting relevant findings to the internal team and external customers using data storytelling.
- Conducting ad hoc reviews and reports based on specific business and customer requirements.
- Performing seasonal performance reviews, including range reviews and peak events throughout the year.
- Providing support to the Commercial team as needed.
Experience, Knowledge & Qualifications required:
- Able to accurately compile data into publishable formats.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Attention to detail in analysis and reporting.
- Ability to develop and maintain stakeholder relationships.
- Motivated and energetic with strong attention to detail, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
- Highly numerate with excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
- Proficient in MS Excel and MS PowerPoint, with the ability to quickly grasp databases.
On offer:
- A newly created role in a growing team and category with brilliant progression opportunities
- A salary of £28,000-£32,000 depending on experience
- Enhanced matched pension
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Enrolment onto a private healthcare scheme