Head of Category Management - Franchise

About The RoleLocation: London Based Hybrid Start the best part of the journey with us!We’re looking for a Head of Category Management – Franchise to lead commercial strategy across our UK & Ireland business. This is a high-impact role where you’ll shape pricing, category planning, and promotional initiatives that make a real difference to our brands and customers.You’ll partner with senior leaders and cross-functional teams to turn insights into action, spot opportunities, and create initiatives that drive growth and strengthen our franchise network. If you’re curious, strategic, and results-focused, this is your chance to make an impact.What You’ll Be DoingLead pricing strategy and category planning across Bars, Coffee & Bakery, and RetailIdentify opportunities to enhance commercial performance and growthOversee promotions, discounts, and commercial trials, ensuring initiatives deliver measurable impactCollaborate with Marketing, Operations, and Finance to align plans with business prioritiesBuild and maintain analytical tools and frameworks to support data-driven decision-makingLead and inspire a small team of analysts, developing talent and capabilityPresent insights and recommendations to senior leadership to shape business strategyWhat We’re Looking ForStrong commercial experience in retail, franchise, or consumer-facing businessesAnalytical and strategic thinker with a track record of turning insight into actionConfident communicator who can make complex ideas simpleCollaborative leader with experience managing and developing teamsInnovative, bold, and comfortable challenging the status quoThrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environmentWhy To Join UsEmployee Discounts across our brands (over 400 locations)Friends and Family Discount AppAward-winning training, apprenticeships, and development programsHealth & Wellbeing SupportHybrid working model with flexibility to support work-life balanceInclusive and diverse workplace with employee networks and communitiesReady to start the best part of your journey?Bring your commercial expertise, curiosity, and drive — and help us grow our brands, our business, and your career.At SSP, we value diversity and are committed to building a team that reflects a variety of skills, talents, and backgrounds.