Category and Product Development Manager

1 month ago


Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand Kinetic Recruitment Full time
About the Role

We are partnering with a leading consumer products company in the FMCG sector, seeking a highly motivated Category Manager to join their team.

Key Responsibilities
  • Developing and executing comprehensive category plans to maximize growth
  • Building strong retailer relationships and driving category performance through data analysis
  • SUPPORTING THE CREATION OF BRAND ACTIVATION STRATEGIES AND PROMOTIONAL MATERIALS
  • Collaborating with supply chain teams to ensure smooth alignment of stock and activation timelines
  • Contributing to pricing and promotional strategies, using market insights to inform decision-making

This is an exciting opportunity to work with well-known beauty and personal care brands, managing product categories across major retail channels.

About You
  • A Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field (advanced degree preferred)
  • 3-4 years of experience in category or brand management within the FMCG sector
  • Strong analytical skills and the ability to derive actionable insights from large data sets
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with a proven ability to work across teams
  • Proficiency in Excel and experience with market data platforms (e.g., IRI Unify)
  • Experience with space planning tools is a plus

This is a great opportunity to take ownership of category strategies, work with high-profile brands, and make a real impact within a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

If you have a passion for FMCG, a strong strategic mindset, and the ability to manage multiple projects, please APPLY now.



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