Category Development Manager
PUTNEY, GB, SW15 2LL
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Join us in PUTNEY as CATEGORY DEVELOPMENT MANAGER
(12-month fixed-term contract)
What you'll do
The team
You will report to the Trade Marketing Lead Manager and you will lead a team of three, two of which are two Associates who will support you with daily work.
The skills you'll need
You will bring a degree (or A‑levels or equivalent) and at least three years’ experience in Category Management or a similar role, with Sales or Marketing exposure preferred. You will have a strong track record of cross‑functional collaboration, team leadership and budget management, supported by solid project management capability. Strong data proficiency is essential, with experience using tools such as EPOS (Circana, Nielsen), Retailer and Kantar platforms considered an advantage. You will demonstrate excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills, strong problem‑solving ability, sound commercial acumen, and the confidence to prioritise effectively based on business needs and value delivery.
How we'll reward you
In return, we offer a competitive salary of £55,000-£60,000 per annum dependent on experience and a car allowance of £7,611 per annum. We’ll also provide you with a comprehensive benefits package that’s flexible to suit you and your lifestyle including a discretionary 20% bonus scheme and money to spend on a range of flexible benefits from share schemes to discounted gym memberships.
It is important to us that you have a good work life balance so to encourage this we offer flexible working, working from home and 25 days holiday per annum which you can buy and sell to suit your needs. We know how important the future is, so we offer a very competitive non-contributory pension. For peace of mind for you and your family we also provide fully funded private medical insurance, life assurance, income protection and health screening.
Inclusion
At JTI, we want everyone to feel welcome, regardless of your background or needs. If you need adjustments making to your working environment, we’ll do everything we can to support you. As an employer, we are committed to promoting & protecting the physical and mental health of our employees.
More Information
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Next Steps:
After applying, if selected, please anticipate the following within 1-3 weeks of the job posting closure: Phone screening with Talent Advisor > Assessment tests > Interviews > Offer. Each step is eliminatory and may vary by role type.
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