Category Manager - Off Trade

[Please note this is a Direct Search led by Bacardi, Applications from agencies will not be accepted nor will fees be paid for unsolicited CVs.]YOUR OPPORTUNITYIf you’re data savvy, naturally inquisitive, great at building relationships and a natural storyteller, then come and join us as a Spirits Category Development Manager working with major Grocery customer in the UK.Bacardi is a major Spirits manufacture with a premium product portfolio including Grey Goose, Bacardi Rum, Martini, Patron and Bombay Sapphire to name a few! As part of the Bacardi family, you’ll be partnering with major retailer customer to help shape the future of the Spirits category in the UK and deliver Category growth through a deep understanding of shoppers and consumers.At Bacardi we’re especially proud of our Primos and Culture so if you want to be part of a high performing team with an all in mindset then we’d love to see you apply.About YouYou’ll have the ability to get stuck into the detail of the data while also stepping back to see the big picture and unlock future growth. Tenacious, driven, and confident with a creative flair whilst working collaboratively to get the job done. Able to multi skill effectively and be at ease leading projects in this highly cross-functional role. Passionate for our Brands, the Off Trade and the Consumer.RESPONSIBILITIES - WITH OUR CONSUMER AT THE HEART YOUR KEY Category Strategy & InsightsBe the expert voice on market, category, and shopper trends across Spirits, Vermouth, and RTDs.Develop and implement category strategies aligned with business objectives and customer needs to grow the categoryAnalyse syndicated data (Nielsen, IRI, Kantar, loyalty card data) and shopper insights to identify growth opportunities and inform decision-makingForecast trends and proactively identify risks and opportunities within the portfolio by customerCustomer & Commercial CollaborationBuild strong, unbiased relationships with key customers, delivering joint business plans and category growth initiativesPartner with Sales, Marketing, and RGM teams to develop compelling sell stories and execution plansSupport customer engagement with category vision and strategy, influencing decision-makers and driving joint value creationExecution ExcellenceLead range reviews, assortment planning, and planogram development to optimize shelf presence and ease of shopDeliver merchandising and promotional strategies that enhance category performance and shopper satisfactionCreate and maintain category toolkits, scorecards, and reporting dashboards for internal and external stakeholdersBrand & Portfolio DevelopmentCollaborate with Marketing teams on NPD and brand projects, ensuring alignment with category strategyProvide guidance on distribution, pricing, and promotional mechanics for new and existing productsSKILLS - THE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE NEEDED TO CREATE YOUR LEGACYMinimum 3 years Category Management experience working across some of the top 4 UK Grocers.Strong analytical skills, comfortable mining and interpreting data – experience with Nielsen and loyalty card data desirableProven ability to translate data into actionable insights and commercial strategiesExperienced in managing and influencing senior stakeholders internally and in customersA flair for presenting and story telling Highly motivated to succeed, desire for independence and ownership of the role and customer relationshipsPERSONAL QUALITIES – SHARE OUR FOUNDER’S PASSION AND ENTREPRENEURIAL FLAIRSelf-Awareness - Reflective, emotionally intelligent, and aware of impact on othersPeople Agility - Skilled at navigating complex relationships and driving collective performanceMental Agility - Strategic thinker with execution focus and creative problem-solvingChange Agility - Curious, resilient, and growth-oriented with a test-and-learn mindsetLEADERSHIP AGILITYAt Bacardi we care deeply about finding brilliant talent who can bring the following personal attributes to help elevate our 3Fs: Fearless, Family, Founder culture to the next level.Belonging: You have a strong capacity to create a culture of ‘Belonging’, where people feel appreciated for who they are, what they do, and who they can becomeSelf-Awareness: You have high levels of self-awareness, are reflective and know yourself well, understanding both your own strengths and weaknesses and your impact on othersPeople Agility: You bring a deep ability to understand and relate to people and navigate through tough situations to harness and multiply collective performanceResults Agility: You demonstrate consistent delivery of results in first-time situations by inspiring teams, exhibiting a presence that builds confidence in yourself and others.Mental Agility: You can think critically to penetrate complex problems and expand the possibilities by making fresh connections. You think strategically whilst being execution focused and bring creativity to the challenges you’re presented withChange Agility: You have a deep natural curiosity, desire to experiment and ability to effectively deal with the heat of change. You have a growth and learning mindset: ready to test, stumble, learn and apply from experienceDisclaimer: Bacardi seeks talent from all backgrounds to bring diversity of thought, agility and capability to our organization across the globe. We promote a working environment where all employees are treated and rewarded fairly. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination that adversely affects individuals or groups on the basis of national origin, race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, and any other legally protected aspect of a person’s identity. U.S. applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws.Perks of Working for usAt Bacardi, we are committed to providing our Primos (employees) with a comprehensive Total Rewards package of compensation, benefits, incentives, allowances, well-being, and much more to meet the needs of themselves and their families. It goes beyond just Cash! The total rewards program is based on pay for performance, whereby the incentive programs are linked to company and individual performance.Compensation, Paid Time Off & Retirement:Competitive Pay PackageCompetitive Holiday/Paid Time Off, plus additional days offered ( i.e., volunteer day, allowing you to give back to the community)Retirement/Pension PlanHealth & WellbeingMedical, Critical Illness, and Life InsuranceCalm Meditation App subscription (free)Employee Assistance ProgramsBest-in-class, family-friendly, and inclusive leave policiesAdditional BenefitsThe benefits /perks may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Bacardi, your work location, and are subject to change.Some benefits may be subject to an employee contribution.Some benefits may be fully or partially subsidized. Incentive plans are linked to the nature of your employment and can vary based on region, market, function or brand.