**About the Role
We're looking for an organised, commercially focused Assistant Category Manager to join our team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. In this role, you'll provide day-to-day support to multiple Category Managers across a variety of product categories, helping to deliver compelling ranges, drive performance, and support key projects.
This is a great opportunity for someone looking to grow their career in a fast-paced environment, with exposure to a wide range of categories and business functions.
**Key Responsibilities
- Support multiple Category Managers in the delivery of category strategies and range development.
- Analyse sales data, customer trends, and performance reports to help inform decisions.
- Assist with product selection, range reviews, and line detail management.
- Work closely with internal teams (Buying, Merchandising, Marketing, Supply Chain) to ensure smooth execution of plans.
- Help coordinate and evaluate promotional activity, price changes, and seasonal events.
- Liaise with suppliers to manage product information, samples, and timelines.
- Prepare reports, presentations, and documentation to support meetings and internal reviews.
- Monitor competitor activity and market trends to identify potential opportunities.
**Key Skills & Experience
- Experience in a similar commercial, buying, or merchandising support role is advantageous-but not essential.
- Industry background is flexible; transferable skills and commercial awareness are key.
- Strong analytical skills with confidence in Excel and reporting tools.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills; comfortable supporting multiple stakeholders.
- A proactive, can-do attitude and willingness to learn quickly.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively in a dynamic environment.
**What We Offer
- A collaborative team environment with hands-on learning opportunities.
- Exposure to a variety of categories and strategic projects.
- Hybrid/flexible working options
- Salary of Up to 35k
- Potential opportunity to go Permanent