Customer Category Manager - Muller UK & Ireland : Job Details

Customer Category Manager

Full-time (12 month fixed term contract) 

Market Drayton – Hybrid

We are looking for a strategic and driven Customer Category Manager to join our team on a 12 month basis. This role involves developing and implementing sustainable category growth plans, building strong customer partnerships, which drive the Category and Müller performance.

Main Responsibilities:

• Develop and deliver customer category growth plans to build category partnerships based on trust and objective category views.
• Lead the Range Review process for the customer base, aiming to deliver category growth and achieve Müller’s range and sales ambitions.
• Develop and implement the Category and Point of Purchase Vision driving sales fundamentals and activation standards, considering all store formats and on-line.
• Ensure Müller remains the first point of category contact for the customer base by establishing a clear external contact strategy.
• Champion simple and fluid communication cross-functionally on category performance, NPD listing status, and insights.
• Demonstrate strategic thinking and contribute to key business processes such as SBRs, account planning, and JBP.
• Represent customer and category leadership in the role of Brand Champion, engaging cross-functionally to shape brand development.
• Develop a coaching culture, supporting broader team relationships and skill development.

Key Requirements:

• Experience with Traditional Top 4 Retailers.
• Utilisation of Market and retailer data systems is essential.
• Inquisitive and analytical mindset to identify trends and insights from data.
• Expertise in Category Development and Category Insights.
• Creativity in data mining and storytelling to unlock growth opportunities.
• Positive, can-do attitude with the ability to connect with stakeholders and build trust.
• Sharp, confident, and articulate communication style, adaptable to different audiences.
• Passionate about detail and accuracy, with the ability to see the big picture.
• Strong advocate of the Müller brand, with an engaging and articulate style.
• Self-motivated with a desire for personal and team growth.

The process:

If you have the skills and experience in the above areas and would like to be considered for this role please apply at www.mullercareers.co.uk #pinksquid

Contact Details:

F.A.O. UK Recruitment, Müller UK & Ireland, Shrewsbury Road, Market Drayton, Shropshire, TF9 3SQ