Finland Pet Nutrition Category Lead: Growth & Partnerships

Mars; Helsinki; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fitness allowance

Subsidized workplace lunches

Free snacks, fruits and coffee

Modern pet-friendly office

Job summary

Mars Finland is seeking a Category Marketing professional to partner with customers, drive the category strategy and create growth opportunities across the Nordic region. You will lead in-store execution and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful category initiatives.

You will analyse data, engage stakeholders, and contribute to profitable distribution while aligning with Mars’ five principles and values.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in Trade Marketing, Marketing, or Sales.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or equivalent.
• Understanding of FMCG and Nordic context.
• Data-driven mindset with analytical skills.
• Stakeholder management in a multicultural environment.
• Fluent English; Finnish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Deliver country Category Vision for growth opportunities.
• Develop and execute Shelf/Store of the Future initiatives.
• Collaborate with customers per the Category Captaincy Roadmap.
• Increase Net Sales through category initiatives.
• Lead category projects with partners and track performance.
• Partner with KAM to drive in-store execution and insights.
• Localise and present trade windows and yearly negotiations.
• Educate field sales on category insights and product launches.
• Contribute to internal management processes with stakeholders.
• Gather country, customer, Mars and competitor intelligence.
• Contribute to an engaged category team with top talents.

Skills

Trade Marketing

Marketing

Sales

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

English

Finnish

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or equivalent

Job description

Mars Finland is seeking a Category Marketing professional to partner with customers, drive the category strategy and create growth opportunities across the Nordic region. You will lead in-store execution and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful category initiatives.

You will analyse data, engage stakeholders, and contribute to profitable distribution while aligning with Mars’ five principles and values.