Global Senior Category Manager (W/M)

Bel Group; Canada; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A global food company is seeking a Global Senior Category Manager to shape the global category growth strategy. This role involves leading initiatives, analyzing market trends, and collaborating across teams. The ideal candidate possesses over 7 years in category management, strong analytical skills, and excellent stakeholder management. Fluency in English is required, and this position offers the opportunity to impact the business on a global scale.

Benefits

Dynamic, purpose-driven team

Career development opportunities

Exposure to senior leadership

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in category management, marketing, or commercial roles.
• Strong analytical abilities to synthesize complex data into insights.
• Experience in a matrix and multicultural environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and execution of the global category vision.
• Lead strategic category initiatives and analyze market trends.
• Partner with marketing, sales, and R&D to drive growth projects.

Skills

Category management

Analytical skills

Strategic thinking

Communication

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in business or marketing

Job description

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The Bel Group is a major player in the food industry through portions of dairy, fruit and plant-based products, and one of the world leaders in branded cheeses. Its portfolio of differentiated and internationally recognized brands includes The Laughing Cow®, Kiri®, Babybel®, Boursin® Nurishh®, Pom'Potes® and GoGo squeeZ®, as well as some 30 local brands. Together, these brands helped the Group generate sales of €3.74 billion in 2024.

Do you want to join a company with strong brands that puts consumers and responsibility at the heart of the decision-making process? Then Bel is made for you!

Are you bold, pragmatic, and determined? Do you want to contribute to the transformation of an international agri-food company? Them come join us and measure the impact of your talent and energy in realizing an ambitious and sustainable company project!

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OVERALL MISSION

As aGlobal Senior Category Manager, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing our global category growth strategy. You will work closely with the Global Category Growth Director and cross-functional teams to unlock growth opportunities, drive innovation, and deliver value across all regions. This role is designed for a high-potential leader ready to operate at a global scale, with significant exposure to senior stakeholders and the opportunity to make a tangible impact on our business.

This is a role based in Canada or in the US, but the team collaborates across all regions & countries.

• Support the development and execution of the global category vision and growth strategy, collaborating with regional and local teams.
• Lead and coordinate strategic category initiatives, including innovation launches, portfolio optimization, and best practice sharing across markets.
• Analyze market trends, consumer insights, and competitive intelligence to identify growth opportunities and inform decision-making.
• Partner with marketing, sales, and R&D to drive category growth projects from ideation to execution.
• Prepare and deliver compelling presentations and business cases to senior management and external partners.
• Track performance metrics, report on progress, and recommend course corrections as needed.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, agility, and continuous improvement within the global category team.
• Embody the Bel Leadership competencies: drive and accelerate transformation, demonstrate agility, dare to innovate, unconditional collaboration, unleash & develop talents.

PROFILE AND EXPERIENCE

• Proven experience in category management, marketing, or commercial roles within FMCG or a related sector : 7+ years
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills; ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities, with experience working in a matrix and multicultural environment.
• Demonstrated leadership potential, with the ability to influence and drive results across functions and geographies.
• Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus.
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in business, marketing, or related field.

WHY JOIN US?

• Be part of a dynamic, purpose-driven team shaping the future of our categories globally.
• Work on high-impact projects with exposure to senior leadership.
• Develop your career in a supportive, international environment with clear growth opportunities.

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