Category Operations Manager - Anne Corder Recruitment : Job Details

Job Title: Category Operations ManagerLocation: Hybrid (2 days in the Peterborough office, 3 days working from home). Occasional travel to the client's site when required, travel expenses paid.Salary: £28,000 per annumHours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week (9:00 am - 5:30 pm with a one-hour lunch break).About the Role: An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Category Operations Manager to join our client’s dynamic team. This role is ideal for someone passionate about data and operational management, with strong attention to detail and a desire to contribute to category management. You will be supporting the Category Manager in managing product ranges and ensuring accurate and timely communication with key stakeholders.Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the Category Manager in the development, review, and implementation of product ranges for a major retail client.
• Maintain clear and effective communication with internal teams, retail partners, and other key stakeholders.
• Produce accurate and timely reports on key performance indicators (KPIs) and handle ad hoc data requests to support the Category Management team.
• Analyse large datasets to identify trends and provide actionable insights.
• Occasionally present findings and updates to external clients.

Essential Skills:

• Strong analytical, numerical, and planning skills.
• High attention to detail.
• Proficiency in data analysis and comfortable working with large datasets.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Adaptable and flexible in response to changing business needs.
• Team-oriented, with a focus on collaboration and sharing best practices.

Benefits:

• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Life assurance and income protection.
• Access to private medical insurance, holiday purchase schemes, and a tech scheme.
• Executive coaching and mentoring opportunities for all employees.
• Two paid volunteering days per annum.
• Additional discretionary days and loyalty schemes.
• Access to the Employee Assistance Programme.
• On-site gym and parking at the Peterborough office.

 Why Join Us? We are committed to fostering talent and providing ample growth opportunities. We offer a supportive environment with comprehensive training, making this role a great stepping stone for those looking to build a career in Category Management.If you are a detail-oriented, data-driven individual who enjoys working in a dynamic team environment, we would love to hear from you!Anne Corder Recruitment Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Anne Corder Recruitment Ltd, your personal data may be added to our database as part of the application process. Our privacy policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.  Your details will be reviewed by one of our Recruitment Partners and we will contact you again within 5 working days if your application is to be progressed further.