Senior Commercial Category Manager

Heinz; London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Commercial Manager to lead the execution of commercial strategies across retail accounts. This pivotal role involves collaborating with a high-performing team to drive profitable growth while meeting retailer needs. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and strategic thinking skills, along with a proven track record in problem-solving and project management. This innovative firm offers a flexible and inclusive work environment, competitive benefits, and a commitment to employee development. If you're ready to make a significant impact in a transforming business, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Flexible working approach

Training and coaching

Competitive benefits package

Inclusive work environment

Career development opportunities

Excellent bonus structure

Qualifications

• Experience in FMCG commercial environment preferred.
• Highly numerate with strong analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure delivery of the current year plan through key forums.
• Manage category risks and opportunities effectively.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Project Management

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Strategic Thinking

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

We have an amazing opportunity for an experienced Commercial Manager to make a difference at Kraft Heinz.

The position sits within the UK&I business unit and the category function. You’ll be working in a high performing, ambitious team – alongside peers always striving to deliver the best for consumers, the brand, and the business – reporting into the Commercial Category Controller. It’s a role for someone who wants the opportunity to make their mark in a transforming business, who wants to be accountable for delivering the plans in collaboration with the wider team.

The Senior Commercial Category Manager is responsible for creation and execution of the commercial strategy across retail accounts - ensuring profitable delivery of the budget while delivering to retailer needs.

What you’ll do

1. As part of the Commercial Category team, ensure delivery of the current year plan through key forums.
2. Management of category risks and opportunities.
3. Convert Brand & Category Opportunities into selling stories.
4. Engage and inspire category National Account Managers and wider Category & Customer teams in delivery of all elements of the plan.

What you’ll need

1. Experience in a FMCG commercial environment preferred.
2. A highly numerate and strategic thinker with the ability to analyse market, category and financial data to identify key trends and recommend creative solutions.
3. Proven track record of problem solving as an owner, taking on entrepreneurial challenges and simplifying the complex.
4. Strong Project Management skillset; ability to demonstrate strong influencing and stakeholder development skills.
5. Effective analytical, presentation, and communication skills.
6. Highly organised with good planning skills and the ability to manage cross functional category projects both within and outside of the company.
7. Bachelor’s degree preferred.

What we offer you

1. An ambitious employer; we only want the best for our people!
2. Trainings and coaching to help develop your skills and behaviours.
3. A career track like only few other companies can match.
4. Flexible and hybrid working approach (3 from the office or with customers / 2 from home).
5. Family-friendly and inclusive work environment.
6. Competitive benefits package to support mental, physical, financial and social well-being.
7. A competitive salary and excellent bonus structure (above market).
8. Always room for new ideas; if you have a good idea, please let us know, and we can set it in action!

Location(s): London - The Shard

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes.