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Senior Insights Manager / Category Analytics Lead

Job description

Shape category strategy for leading FMCG brands using best-in-class data, advanced analytics and AI.

This specialist insights consultancy combines one of the most comprehensive FMCG data assets in the market with cutting-edge technology and AI-enabled tools to deliver faster, more actionable insights for global manufacturers.
They are growing and investing in senior talent who can lead client relationships, drive commercial outcomes and elevate the impact of insight.
This is a client-facing leadership role with real influence, not just delivery.

Key responsibilities
  • Partner with leading FMCG manufacturers to deliver category and shopper insights that drive growth
    • Lead senior stakeholder engagement, presenting insights and influencing commercial decisions
    • Analyse and interpret POS, shopper panel and loyalty data to generate actionable recommendations
    • Deliver category strategy, shopper behaviour insights and retail performance analysis
    • Identify opportunities to grow client accounts and expand commercial relationships
    • Lead and develop a team of 3–4 analysts, improving capability and output quality
    • Ensure all insights are commercially relevant, clearly articulated and actionable
Key requirements
  • 7/8+ years’ experience in FMCG insights, category analytics or shopper research
    • Strong experience with POS, scan, panel or loyalty data
    • Background in agency, consultancy or supplier-side insights environments highly regarded
    • Proven ability to manage and influence senior stakeholders
    • Strong commercial acumen and ability to link insights to business growth
    • Experience leading or mentoring teams
    • Excellent communication and data storytelling skills
Why apply?
  • Work across a portfolio of big name local and global FMCG brands
    • Move into a more strategic, client-facing and commercially impactful role
    • Access best-in-class data, analytics and AI-enabled insight tools
    • Lead a team and take ownership of high-value client relationships
    • Join a growing consultancy with strong investment in people and capability
What’s on offer:

• Generous leave allowance – up to 6 weeks.
• Flexible and hybrid working
• Strong learning and development support
• High-performing, collaborative team environment

Apply now or contact Senior Rowan Haylett for a confidential discussion. Email: Rhaylett@resourcesgroup.com Number: 0449 880 582

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