Category Manager (m/f/d) Dairy & Ice Cream

Döhler GmbH; Darmstadt; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work with passion

Take ownership

Grow your way

Thrive in a global environment

Team wins culture

Job summary

Döhler GmbH is seeking a Category Manager (m/f/d) Dairy & Ice Cream to lead market segment strategies and drive business results in a global environment.

You will develop and implement segment plans, collaborate with sales and application teams, and lead international customer engagements to grow the business. English fluency is essential; German is a plus.

Qualifications

• Several years of professional experience in the commercial sector (Sales, Market Segments, Product Management).
• Hands-on mentality and customer-oriented mindset.
• Strong analytical and conceptual skills and a structured, independent way of working.
• Creativity, passion and commitment for innovative ideas.
• International personality with experience in matrix organizations (cross-functional).
• Convincing and inspiring presentation skills that motivate others.
• Team player with flexibility in a dynamic environment.
• Business fluent in English; German is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Development and implementation of short-, medium-, and long-term market segment plans.
• Responsibility for the business results of the market segment.
• Conducting business analyses and implementing conclusions with the sales department.
• Planning and implementing initiatives in cooperation with business units.
• Design and communication of clear market segment briefings for the application department.
• Global customer visits and events to develop new business with the sales organization.
• Collaborate efficiently with regional market segment teams.

Skills

Sales experience

Market segmentation

Product management

Customer oriented

Analytical skills

Creativity

Cross-functional work

Presentation skills

Team player

English fluency

Job description

Category Manager (m/f/d) Dairy & Ice Cream

• Full-time
• Job Function: Marketing & Communication
• Entry Level: Professionals

We are a global producer, marketer and provider of technology-driven natural ingredients, ingredient systems and integrated solutions for the global food, beverage and life science & nutrition industry. We are all about mastering sensory experience and nutritional performance.

We offer exceptional opportunities for passionate people who want to shape the future of nutrition in an entrepreneurial and impact-driven environment. Here, you have the freedom to take ownership and to thrive both professionally and personally. Be part of a highly committed team with a clear purpose: at Döhler, smart ideas have a way of becoming great products.

Together, we bring ideas to life.

Your Impact in This Role:

• Development and implementation of specific short-, medium- and long-term market segment plans
• Responsibility for the business results of the market segment
• Conducting business analyses and effectively implementing the conclusions in cooperation with the sales department
• Planning and implementation of exciting initiatives in close cooperation with business units
• Design and communication of clear market segment briefings for the application department to develop market and customer-relevant food concepts
• Global customer visits and events: Active cooperation with the sales organization with the clear goal of developing new business
• Efficient and cooperative collaboration with the regional market segment teams

Your Profile:

• Several years of relevant professional experience in the commercial sector (Sales, Market Segments, Product Management) ideally in the food industry
• Hands-on mentality and customer-oriented mindset
• Strong analytical and conceptual skills as well as a structured, effective and independent way of working
• Creativity, passion and commitment in implementing innovative ideas
• International personality and experience with working in matrix organizations (cross-functional work)
• Convincing and inspiring presentation skills that motivate other people
• Ability to work in a team, flexibility and the ability to work in a dynamic environment
• Business fluent in English, German is a significant plus

What WeOffer:

• Work withpassion:We create an environment where passion meets profession. Meaningful work and positive energy inspire people to give their best and make lasting contribution to our shared success.
• Take ownership:We empower you to take ownership and share your ideas. Whatever your role, you have the opportunity to show initiative and make an impact.
• Grow yourway:With flexibledevelopmentopportunitiesacross departments and a global team, you can broaden your skills, discover newstrengthsand actively shape your career path.
• Thrive in a global environment:Join an international team bringing together multiplecultures,languagesand perspectives to sparknew ideasand inspiration.Through global collaboration, you expand your horizon both professionally and personally.
• The team always wins:We build real connections and grow together. By sharing knowledge and valuing each other’s strengths, we create a culture where trust and team playlead to shared success.

EqualOpportunities for All

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds regardless of age, ancestry, disability, ethnic origin, gender, gender identity or expression, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, social background or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.

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