Product Manager Snacking & Chocolate (w/m/d)

Loacker; Bolzano; On-site; EUR 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company canteen

Loacker Academy training and dev

Job summary

Loacker, the international family-owned chocolatier, is seeking a Product Manager Snacking & Chocolate to own and grow an assigned portfolio across its lifecycle, from concept to market launch and optimization. You will blend consumer insights, market trends and business objectives to drive sustainable growth and profitability.

In this role, you will coordinate with Sales, Trade Marketing, R&D, Operations, and Finance to deliver launches, monitor performance, and optimize the portfolio.

Qualifications

• Degree in Economics, Marketing, Business Administration or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in Product or Category Management within FMCG.
• Strong understanding of product lifecycle management, innovation and commercial drivers.
• Analytical, consumer-focused and results-oriented mindset.
• Collaborative team player with strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficient in Excel and PowerPoint; SAP knowledge is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Own and develop the product portfolio, defining and implementing category, assortment, pricing and positioning strategies to drive growth and profitability.
• Analyze market trends, consumer insights and competitive activities to identify opportunities and support strategic business decisions.
• Lead cross-functional innovation and new product development projects from ideation to launch, ensuring timely delivery and successful execution.
• Monitor portfolio performance through sales, market and profitability analyses, deriving actionable recommendations to optimize business results.
• Collaborate closely with Sales, Trade Marketing, R&D, Operations, Supply Chain and Finance to drive successful product launches and portfolio growth.
• Support business planning, product governance and operational excellence through effective project coordination and stakeholder management.

Skills

Product lifecycle management

Innovation & commercial drivers

Analytical mindset

Consumer-focused

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Education

Economics/Marketing/Business Administration degree

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

SAP (nice to have)

Job description

As Product Manager Snacking & Chocolate, you will be responsible for managing and developing an assigned product portfolio throughout its entire lifecycle, from concept creation and innovation to market launch and portfolio optimization. By combining consumer insights, market trends and business objectives, you will drive sustainable growth, profitability and category development.

YOUR TASKS

• Own and develop the product portfolio, defining and implementing category, assortment, pricing and positioning strategies to drive growth and profitability
• Analyze market trends, consumer insights and competitive activities to identify opportunities and support strategic business decisions
• Lead cross-functional innovation and new product development projects from ideation to launch, ensuring timely delivery and successful execution
• Monitor portfolio performance through sales, market and profitability analyses, deriving actionable recommendations to optimize business results
• Collaborate closely with Sales, Trade Marketing, R&D, Operations, Supply Chain and Finance to drive successful product launches and portfolio growth.
• Support business planning, product governance and operational excellence through effective project coordination and stakeholder management

YOUR PROFILE

• Degree in Economics, Marketing, Business Administration or a related field
• 3-5 years of experience in Product or Category Management within FMCG
• Strong understanding of product lifecycle management, innovation and commercial drivers
• Analytical, consumer-focused and results-oriented mindset
• Collaborative team player with strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Proficient in Excel and PowerPoint; SAP knowledge is a plus
• Fluent in English and German or Italian

OUR OFFER

• An international, family-owned company that cares about people and the planet
• Exciting role with a wide range of tasks and responsibilities
• Structured onboarding plan that enables our new employees to join the company quickly and successfully
• Training and development opportunities through the “Loacker Academy”
• Company canteen

In accordance with EU Directive 2023/970 on pay transparency, the starting salary for this position is €40,000 gross per year. Depending on your qualifications, professional experience, skills, and the scope of responsibilities you bring to the role, the final compensation package may be adjusted accordingly. At Loacker, we are committed to fair, transparent, and non-discriminatory compensation practices. We believe in recognizing the value and potential each person brings. Throughout the selection process, we focus exclusively on what matters most: your qualifications, your motivation, and your suitability for the position

Location: Bolzano

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What Awaits You

• International and family owned company
• Professional and Personal development supported by a dedicated plattform
• Jobspecific, structured and detailed onboarding phase
• Company restaurant with wholesome and healthy cuisine
• Flexible working hours and home office opportunity (if the job allows that)
• And a whole lot of crispy wafers...

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