Category Assistant - McCarthy Recruitment Ltd : Job Details

Job Title: Category AssistantLocation: BirminghamSalary: up to £38,000 depending on experienceRole: Permanent – Full-TimeAre you a detail-driven multitasker with a knack for turning data into decisions? Do you thrive in a fast-paced commercial environment where your insights help shape product strategy and drive performance?We’re looking for a proactive and analytical Category Assistant to join a dynamic team supporting product lifecycle management, merchandising, and commercial operations. This is a full-time, permanent role based in Birmingham, offering hybrid working and attractive benefits.What you’ll be doing:

• As a Category Assistant, you’ll support category managers with product listings, promotions, and range development
• Maintain accurate product data across systems and channels, ensuring consistency and reliability
• Deliver weekly, seasonal, and ad hoc reports to guide trading decisions and performance reviews
• Monitor market trends and competitor activity to help shape strategic decisions
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to keep operations running smoothly
• Manage supplier contributions and financial reporting to support commercial goals

What you’ll bring:

• Strong Excel and data analysis skills
• A sharp eye for detail and a logical mindset
• Excellent communication and time management abilities
• A hands-on, team-oriented approach
• Curiosity and enthusiasm to learn and grow as a Category Assistant

Why join us?

• Colleague Discount
• Hybrid working and flexible holiday buy scheme
• Enhanced family leave pay
• Enhanced pension contributions
• Profit-based bonus scheme
• Retail & Leisure Discounts
• Life Assurance
• Health Cash Plan
• Gym Discounts and cycle to work scheme

Ready to Apply?If you’re looking for a role where your skills are valued, your growth is supported, and your work makes a real impact this Category Assistant opportunity could be the perfect fit. We’d love to hear from you.About us:This Assistant Store Manager role is handled by McCarthy Recruitment, an award-winning multi-sector recruiter. We are committed to unlocking your full potential and finding your perfect role.Start your journey today. Apply now or find us online:

• Web: McCarthy Recruitment
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The Legal Bit: We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. By applying for this role, you are explicitly consenting for McCarthy Recruitment to hold and process your data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulations. And your details will be added to our holding database. We process certain personal information about you for our legitimate business interests to identify and contact suitable candidates about positions that may be relevant to them. Details are set out in our privacy policy at privacy. If you wish to exercise your right to access, erase or restrict the processing of your data please contact us at the office and we will respond to your query.