Own the creation and maintenance of category customer & regional scorecards and performance trackers to provide the business with one version of the truth.
Execute detailed planograms and merchandising layouts that reflect the team’s strategic growth recommendations.
Maintain a centralised master Range Review Calendar, tracking internal milestones against retailer deadlines to prevent missed commercial windows.
Provide the data proof points such as quartile analysis and shopper switching data to justify new listings during range reviews.
Maintain the Distribution Gap Analysis tools, highlighting specific stores or regions where headroom exists for our core range or new innovation.
Assist SCDMs in deploying category strategies and category presentations by providing the necessary data evidence, slide builds and tactical planograms to bring the vision to life.

2–3 years of experience in an analytical role (Category Assistant, Junior CDM, or Data Analyst) where speed and accuracy were paramount.
Ideally a business or data led qualification preferred.
Advanced proficiency in Excel or Sheets and specialised space planning software (e.g., JDA/Blue Yonder or Spaceman) to create accurate, store ready planograms.
Proven ability to build and automate performance scorecards that provide the business with a "single version of the truth" regarding category health.
Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects and requests.
A desire to move beyond the data to participate in customer presentations, supporting the SCDM with tactical evidence and insight modules.
Strong verbal and visual communication skills, with the ability to present data modules clearly and confidently in both internal briefings and customer-facing environments.

Annual bonus linked to business performance
Defined contribution Pension
Up to 34 days holiday (depending on shift pattern)
Flexible holiday trading
Flexible cash pot to spend on benefits
Healthcare Cash Plan
Flexible benefits e.g. discounts & cashbacks, gym memberships, technology purchases etc
Life assurance
Save as you earn scheme
Staff sales discount
Free AG Barr products throughout your working day and staff sales
Annual salary review
Ongoing professional development and access to Learning and Development programmes and content

Category Development Manager

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