Category Manager (w / m / d)

SC Johnson; Düsseldorf; Vor Ort; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading consumer goods company in Düsseldorf is seeking a Category Manager to drive strategic growth through effective category management. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in the FMCG sector, strong analytical and communication skills, and proven expertise in the DACH retail landscape. This role offers a collaborative work environment with excellent development opportunities.

Leistungen

Excellent development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Autonomous and flexible work culture

Qualifikationen

• At least 5 years of relevant professional experience.
• Strong knowledge of the DACH retail environment in the FMCG sector.
• Experience working in a multinational matrix organization.
• Ability to create planograms.

Aufgaben

• Support profitable implementation of annual sales plan.
• Lead category management processes from strategy to execution.
• Develop and implement growth strategies for categories.
• Provide actionable insights through analyses.
• Enhance cross-functional collaboration with marketing.

Kenntnisse

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Data-driven storytelling

Initiative and innovation

Proficient in Excel

Proficient in PowerPoint

Fluent in German

Very good English skills

Ausbildung

Degree in Business Administration, Economics, or related field

Tools

Nielsen data

Jobbeschreibung

SC JOHNSON, a fifth-generation family company built on the spirit of our people, has been leading with purpose for over 130 years. We create iconic brands such as Raid, Glade, and Ziploc, reaching consumers in virtually every country. Join our team of Wave Makers and Go Getters to help write the next chapter in the SCJ story.

We are offering a position as a Category Manager in Germany.

ROLE DESCRIPTION

We are currently seeking a Category Manager to strengthen our team. This role involves developing Category Management into a strategic growth driver and acting as a strategic partner for sales and marketing to promote long-term category growth. The position reports to the Head of Category Management.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support the profitable implementation of the annual sales plan and commercial efficiency initiatives.
• Lead and manage category management processes from strategy to execution.
• Develop and implement growth strategies for categories and translate successful brand strategies into commercial channel strategies.
• Develop cross-channel strategies and ensure consistent implementation in key retail environments such as discount stores, drugstores, and grocery retail.
• Provide actionable insights through analyses of sales and market share development, assortment, pricing, and effectiveness of trade promotions, and identify optimization potentials.
• Deep understanding of the German retail landscape and key customers, along with levers for growth through category management insights.
• Enhance cross-functional collaboration with marketing to develop strong commercial plans and support new product launches.

YOUR PROFILE:

• Degree in Business Administration, Economics, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of relevant professional experience.
• Strong knowledge of the DACH retail environment in the FMCG sector.
• Experience working in a multinational matrix organization.
• Excellent analytical skills and high attention to detail.
• Passion for data-driven storytelling.
• Initiative, innovation, and entrepreneurial thinking.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to persuade others with integrity, managing multiple tasks and stakeholders simultaneously.
• Proficient in Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to create planograms and utilize Nielsen data.
• Fluent in German and very good English skills.
• GS1 Category Manager certification is a plus.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Excellent development opportunities, a collaborative work environment, and an autonomous, flexible work culture where your contributions are valued and recognized.

You must be authorized to work in the country where the position is located.

Together, we are shaping a better future for the planet, future generations, and every SCJ team member.

Join us and make an impact through iconic global brands.

GO FURTHER WITH OUR FAMILY

LI-MF1

Inclusion & Diversity

We are a global organization with people from diverse cultures, ethnicities, religions, genders, sexual orientations, ages, and abilities. We celebrate this diversity and strive to create an inclusive, supportive workplace where everyone can thrive. We are committed to attracting, hiring, and retaining diverse talent to foster a positive, inclusive environment. Learn more about our initiatives at our website.