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You will deliver strategic growth through translating market insights into actionable plans that drive new category opportunities.
As a part of this, you will utilise strong analytical and project management skills to ensure the delivery of profitable and strong performing new categories delivered against time defined plans.
What you will do:
Category Strategy Development:
·Develop and implement comprehensive new category growth strategies, aligned with the company’s overall goals and objectives.
·Drive product innovation and differentiation within assigned categories to meet customer needs and preferences.
·Work closely with the sales team to define and execute strategies to develop new category opportunities.
Sales and Marketing Alignment:
·Partner with the marketing team to develop compelling product messaging and promotional campaigns.
·Provide sales teams with training and support to enhance product knowledge and sales effectiveness.
Cross-functional Collaboration:
·Develop and execute the critical path, ensuring that all key stakeholders are aligned to deliver against time defined activities.
·Work with finance to demonstrate range profitability, ensuring there is an optimal value chain for all parties.
·Work closely with internal teams including operations, supply chain and finance to ensure category objectives are achieved.
·Coordinate with procurement teams to ensure product sourcing, availability and cost efficiency.
What you will need:
·Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Food Science or a related field (MBA preferred).
·Experience in category management, product management or business development within the food service industry.
·Proven track record of driving category growth, managing product portfolios and collaborating across departments.
·Excellent analytical skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights and category strategies.
·Strong project management abilities, with experience working to deadlines and driving results across cross-functional teams.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Marketing and Sales
* Industries
Food and Beverage Services
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