Dairy Marketing Sr Director

Danone; México; On-site; MXN 1,800,000 - 2,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Danone Mexico is seeking a strategic Dairy Marketing Senior Director to lead a key category, translate insights into growth, and build bold, consumer-centric strategies across markets and channels. You will partner with Sales, Insights, Finance, Supply Chain, and Global Marketing to unlock opportunities, drive profitability, and develop a high‑performing marketing organization.

This role demands 12–15+ years in marketing, FMCG experience, P&L know‑how, and a proven track record of leading talent

Qualifications

• 12-15+ years of progressive Marketing experience.
• 5+ years leading teams and developing talent.
• Strong FMCG experience, ideally within Dairy or Food & Beverage.
• P&L management experience is highly valued.
• Experience working in multinational and matrix organizations.
• Advanced Business English.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic direction and growth agenda of a key Dairy category.
• Deliver Net Sales, Volume, Market Share, and Profitability targets.
• Develop and execute integrated brand strategies across all consumer touchpoints.
• Lead innovation pipelines from concept to launch.
• Build, coach, and develop a high-performing marketing organization.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, innovation, and continuous learning.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Business acumen

Marketing leadership

English (Advanced)

Job description

About The Job

At Danone, we believe that health starts every day, with the food choices people make. Through our Dairy business, we have the opportunity to positively impact millions of consumers while driving sustainable growth and innovation.

We're looking for a strategic and visionary Dairy Marketing Sr Director who is ready to lead a key category within our portfolio, translating consumer insights into bold growth strategies, breakthrough innovation, and category leadership.

This is an opportunity to influence business strategy, shape category growth, and lead high-performing teams while making a meaningful impact on consumers, customers, and Danone's future.

As Dairy Marketing Sr Director, you will define the growth agenda and profitability strategy for a strategic category within our Dairy business in Mexico, driving sustainable growth through strong brand building, consumer-centric innovation, and exceptional cross-functional collaboration.

You will be a key member of the Marketing Leadership Team, partnering closely with Sales, Insights, Finance, Supply Chain, R&I, and Global Marketing teams to unlock new growth opportunities and accelerate business performance.

What You'll Do

• Lead the strategic direction and growth agenda of a key Dairy category.
• Deliver Net Sales, Volume, Market Share, and Profitability targets.
• Build long-term growth strategies aligned with Danone Mexico ambitions.
• Drive category expansion through brand equity, innovation, pricing excellence, and portfolio optimization.
• Develop and execute integrated brand strategies across all consumer touchpoints.
• Strengthen brand relevance, penetration, and consumer loyalty.
• Ensure impactful communication across ATL, BTL, Digital, E-commerce, and Shopper Marketing channels.
• Lead innovation pipelines from concept to launch.
• Identify emerging trends, unmet consumer needs, and whitespace opportunities.
• Optimize portfolio architecture, pricing strategy, and product lifecycle management.
• Leverage consumer, shopper, and market intelligence to identify growth opportunities.li>
• Transform insights into actionable business strategies and innovation platforms.
• Build, coach, and develop a high-performing marketing organization.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, innovation, and continuous learning.
• Develop future leaders and strengthen marketing capabilities across the organization.

What Makes This Role Exciting?

• Lead one of the most important growth engines within Danone's Dairy business.
• Shape the future of health, wellness, and nutrition for millions of consumers.
• Influence strategic business decisions at local and global levels.
• Drive innovation from idea to market impact.
• Lead and develop exceptional talent.
• Build a lasting legacy through brands that make a positive difference in people's lives.

About You

• Strong strategic thinking, consumer obsession, business acumen, and inspirational leadership.
• 12-15+ years of progressive Marketing experience.
• 5+ years leading teams and developing talent.
• Strong FMCG experience, ideally within Dairy or Food & Beverage.
• Proven track record managing large brands and complex portfolios.
• Experience leading innovation pipelines and successful product launches.
• P&L management experience is highly valued.
• Experience working in multinational and matrix organizations.
• Advanced Business English.

About Us

At Danone Mexico, we work with a deep conviction: the health of people and the health of the planet are interconnected. Guided by our global vision, One Planet. One Health., we strive to build a healthier future through foods and beverages that are part of the everyday lives of millions of families around the world.

In Mexico, with more than 15,000 employees, 35 plants, and over 100 distribution centers across the country, we are a diverse and highly committed community driving iconic brands such as Danone, Activia, Oikos, Danonino, Bonafont, and Silk. Every person who joins us contributes a key part to our ongoing evolution and innovation.

At Danone, you will find an environment where you can grow with purpose and be your authentic self. We value what each individual brings, and it is that unique combination of experiences, talents, and perspectives that strengthens our culture and empowers us to achieve extraordinary results. Here, you will have the freedom to propose, create, and bring ideas to life that generate real impact.

We support your development through continuous feedback, clear objectives, agile methodologies, and learning tools designed to accelerate your professional growth. We want you to move forward with confidence and find a path that truly inspires you. Your well-being is also essential to us. That’s why we offer flexible benefits, comprehensive physical, emotional, and financial well-being programs, support platforms, exclusive discounts, and benefits above those required by law that accompany every stage of your life.

We are proudly a certified B Corp company, reflecting our commitment to responsible practices, conscious decision-making, and a positive impact on people, communities, and the planet.

If you’re looking for a place where you can contribute, grow, and be part of a community that works with purpose, we invite you to explore our job openings and discover for yourself everything you can build at Danone. Your next big professional step could start here.

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