Senior Insights Manager / Category Analytics Lead Melbourne, Aus $AUD 150-180,000 + Super + Bonus - (posted Mar 26 2026)

Company: Resources Group
Advertisers Ref: RH250326
MrWeb Ref: 162817

Job Spec: 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.

About Resources Group

We are the Leading Global Talent Agency for Insights, Analytics & Data Strategy. Our consultants take the time to truly understand your career aims and are dedicated to providing tailored, impartial advice to find you the very best career move. We have access to an unrivalled and exclusive range of job opportunities with trailblazing agencies and blue-chips across Australia, NZ and APAC.

Resources Group's Diversity and Equality Policy determines that we submit applicants to our clients on the basis of merit and ability, regardless of race, colour, age, disability, family responsibilities, gender, marital status, nationality, religious or political views or affiliations, sexual orientation or socio-economic background.

Who to contact: Please contact Rowan Haylett at Resources Group on 04498 80582 to discuss things further, or email rhaylett@resourcesgroup.com

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