Market Strategy and Planning Senior Manager

Procter & Gamble; Belgique; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

Pension

Private health insurance

Stock ownership scheme

Other social benefits

Job summary

P&G's Brussels Innovation Center seeks a Market Strategy & Planning Senior Manager to lead go-to-market strategies, unlock category growth, and translate market insights into winning commercial plans. You’ll become the expert on customer channels and shopper dynamics, partnering with Sales, Brand, Supply Chain, Finance and Regulatory teams to drive market share and business results.

The role requires a Master’s degree and proven experience across Market Strategy, Trade Marketing, and

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Economics, or a related field.
• Proven experience in Market Strategy & Planning, Trade Marketing, Category Management, Sales, or Key Account Management.
• Experience within Consumer Healthcare, Pharmaceutical, OTC, Medical Devices, Vitamins & Supplements, or Active Cosmetics industry.
• Strong understanding of customer channels, including retail, pharmacy, wholesale, and e-commerce environments.
• Demonstrated ability to translate market insights into commercial growth strategies and go-to-market plans.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret market, customer, and category data to drive business decisions.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional teams and external partners.
• A proactive and forward-thinking mindset, able to identify growth opportunities and turn them into actionable business plans.
• Proven ability to work effectively across multiple functions, including Sales, Marketing, Finance, Supply Chain, and Regulatory Affairs.
• Fluent English is required; proficiency in Dutch or French is essential, with bilingual Dutch/French capabilities considered a strong advantage.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to and execute strategies in team/organization.
• Identify and lead developments of new ideas, techniques, procedures, services, or products.
• Collaborate effectively within immediate team or work domain to maximize job impact and personal learning.
• Accomplish tasks as an individual contributor with limited supervision.
• Develop knowledge and skills necessary for current job requirements.
• Awareness of relevant external (legal, tax) and internal stewardship requirements and act accordingly.

Skills

Market strategy

Planning

Trade marketing

Category management

Sales

Key account management

English ( fluent )

Dutch or French

Education

Master’s degree in Business Administration

Master’s degree in Marketing

Master’s degree in Economics

Job description

Job Location BRUSSELS INNOVATION CENTER

Job Description Join P&G’s as Market Strategy and Planning Senior Manager! Are you ready to shape the growth of iconic healthcare brands? We’re looking for a passionate Market Strategy & Planning Senior Manager to lead go-to-market strategies, unlock category growth opportunities, and turn market insights into winning commercial plans. In this role, you’ll become the expert on customer channels and shopper dynamics, partnering across Sales, Brand, Supply Chain, Finance, and Regulatory teams to drive market share growth and business results. The Category/Sector/Channel MS&P role is a key contributor to the execution of business strategies. This role is responsible for enabling Sales teams to deliver NOS, share, and productivity targets. This includes providing insights into market trends, identifying opportunities for growth, and ensuring the effective implementation of marketing strategies.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to and execute strategies in team / organization
• Identify and lead developments of new ideas, techniques, procedures, services, or products
• Collaborate effectively within immediate team or work domain to maximize job impact and personal learning
• Accomplish tasks as an individual contributor with limited supervision
• Develop knowledge and skills necessary for current job requirements
• Awareness of relevant external (legal, tax) and internal stewardship requirements and act accordingly

What P&G can offer you:

Continuous coaching. You will work with passionate people and receive both formal training as well as day-to-day mentoring from your manager. Dynamic and respectful work environment. Employees are at the core, we value every individual and encourage initiatives, promoting agility and work/life balance. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package. P&G takes a Total Rewards approach therefore on top of your competitive salary (which is reviewed annually) you can expect a whole range of benefits such as:

• company car
• pension
• private health insurance
• stock ownership scheme
• other social benefits

Endless Opportunities for Growth. Each day presents unique challenges and learning experiences, ensuring continuous development and professional advancement. This commitment to personal growth makes every day an opportunity for exploration and skill enhancement.

Job Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Economics, or a related field.
• Proven experience in Market Strategy & Planning, Trade Marketing, Category Management, Sales, or Key Account Management.
• Experience within the Consumer Healthcare, Pharmaceutical, OTC, Medical Devices, Vitamins & Supplements, or Active Cosmetics industry.
• Strong understanding of customer channels, including retail, pharmacy, wholesale, and e-commerce environments.
• Demonstrated ability to translate market insights into commercial growth strategies and go-to-market plans.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret market, customer, and category data to drive business decisions.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional teams and external partners.
• A proactive and forward-thinking mindset, able to identify growth opportunities and turn them into actionable business plans.
• Proven ability to work effectively across multiple functions, including Sales, Marketing, Finance, Supply Chain, and Regulatory Affairs.
• Strong ownership, leadership, and execution skills in a fast-paced commercial environment.
• Fluent English is required; proficiency in Dutch or French is essential, with bilingual Dutch/French capabilities considered a strong advantage.

At P&G #weseeequal We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. At P&G we strive to build a culture where everyone feels welcome, included, and able to bring their full selves to work. We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process.

Job Schedule

Full time

Job Number

R000160472

Job Segmentation

Experienced Professionals

P&G was founded over 180 years ago as a simple soap and candle company. Today, we’re the world’s largest consumer goods company and home to iconic, trusted brands that make life a little bit easier in small but meaningful ways. We’ve spanned three centuries thanks to three simple ideas: leadership, innovation and citizenship. The insight, innovation and passion of talented teams has helped us grow into a global company that is governed responsibly and ethically, that is open and transparent, and that supports good causes and protects the environment. This is a place where you can be proud to work and do something that matters.