Phileo Category Manager - M / F

Phileo; Marcq-en-Barœul; Sur place; EUR 60 000 - 80 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Category Manager to oversee product performance and profitability. This role involves conducting in-depth market research, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and optimizing product value propositions. The successful candidate will have a strong background in product management within the Animal nutrition and health sector, with at least 10 years of experience. You will be responsible for developing strategic action plans for product launches and supporting sales teams with updated marketing materials. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and teamwork, and make a significant impact in the industry.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in product management in the Animal nutrition & health industry.
• Fluent in English and ideally another language, with strong interpersonal skills.

Responsabilités

• Conduct market research to understand trends and customer needs.
• Develop and implement action plans for product launches and track performance.

Connaissances

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Presentation Skills

Market Research

Formation

Master's Degree in Marketing

Master's Degree in Business Administration

Technical Engineering Education in Agriculture

Outils

Microsoft Office 365

Description du poste

Reporting to the Marketing & Communication Director, the Category Manager oversees a category of products and drives product performance & profitability by leading go-to-market and supporting sales development through product portfolio life cycle management.

Responsibilities:

1. Conduct market research to understand trends, competition, technologies, customers’ needs and suggest portfolio value creation for sustainable and profitable growth.
2. Work closely with cross-functional teams to optimize the product value proposition.
3. Be accountable for the deployment of portfolio positioning.
4. Develop and implement an action plan for product pre- and post-launch phases.
5. Track key performance indicators to assess product success on the market and make recommendations to optimize sales.
6. Support sales teams by keeping marketing material & tool kits up to date and adapted to our customers.
7. Develop and execute internal & external marketing training plans for sales teams and customers.
8. Ensure all aspects of the marketing mix.

Qualifications:

1. You have a master’s degree in Marketing, Business Administration, and/or technical engineering education in the Agriculture sector (or equivalent).
2. You have at least 10 years of successful experience in product management in the Animal nutrition & health industry.
3. You speak English fluently and ideally another language (French will be an advantage).
4. You are recognized for your interpersonal skills and your ability to communicate and develop in a matrix and multicultural environment.
5. You are open-minded and a team player, with strong communication and presentation skills and the ability to articulate product vision and strategy.
6. You have good knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 tools (or equivalent).

Additional Information:

The position is located in Marcq-en-Baroeul (Lille Metropolitan area) in the North of France, in the immediate proximity to the Lesaffre Group Headquarters.

The position requires up to 40% of travelling.

The position is open to people with disabilities.